The last word with Lawrence O'Donnell starts right now. Hello, Lawrence. Hey, Alicia. Um, I will not see you tomorrow because I'm uh I'm not going to be here because I have something very important to do. It uh I'm going to be across the street actually at Radio City Music Hall where Pen and Teller are having their 50th anniversary show. The longest running partnership in show business history appears at Radio City Music Hall tomorrow night. Uh 50 years. I've known both of them for uh 30 of those years. I g ...

Earlier tonight, Republicans in the Texas House of Representatives passed their new Trump sanctioned congressional maps that aim to give Republicans more seats in Congress ahead of the 2026 midterms. Despite various efforts by Texas Democrats to block the gerrymandering, including leaving the state for two weeks to deny a quorum, they eventually traveled back to Texas this week. And tonight, the map's passed, which means that tomorrow the bill goes to the Texas Senate, where it will likely pass and land on ...

Well, tonight's breaking Jeffrey Epstein News picks up where last night's breaking Jeffrey Epstein News left off. Congressman Robert Garcia, the top ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, joined us last night after his committee conducted a 4hour closed door deposition of the worst attorney general, Donald Trump, got confirmed by the Senate in his first term as president, William Bar. The Republican chairman of the oversight committee, James Comr, suggested last night that William Barr testified ...

California Congressman Robert Garcia. Thanks for joining us on a Saturday to talk. And uh Congressman, what questions and concerns do you have about this move of Gillan Maxwell from Florida to Texas.>> Well, well, the whole thing is very concerning and it's not just this move, but I think every day more information comes out and the real question is what is Donald Trump hiding and what, you know, what is this cover up that's happening clearly at the White House. with with Miss Maxwell, she was not eligible ...

Allegations and Concerns Regarding the Nominee - The nominee is considered exceptionally problematic due to three instances of prosecutorial misconduct during a brief six-month tenure at the Department of Justice [3] - These instances involved significant violations, including a fake criminal investigation and pressuring an elected official on policy matters [4] - The nominee declined to comment on his involvement with the Epstein files during his time as their prime [5] Inquiry into Deputy Attorney General's Meeting - A letter was sent to the Deputy Attorney General requesting records of a meeting with a convicted sexual predator, raising concerns about the lack of note-taking or recording [6][7] - Questions arise regarding whether the Deputy Attorney General inquired about the "birthday book" assembled for Jeffrey Epstein [8][9] - The Deputy Attorney General's meeting with a witness is considered unusual and not standard procedure [12] Potential Obstruction and Cover-Up - There are concerns that efforts are being made to conceal information related to the meeting and the Epstein files [11] - The Deputy Attorney General's actions could place him in a precarious position, potentially making him a witness subject to deposition and cross-examination [15][16][17] Investigations and Information Access - The House Oversight Committee is reportedly seeking access to the Epstein files [17][18] - The Senate Finance Committee is examining $15 billion in suspicious activity reports related to wire transfers involving Jeffrey Epstein, which were allegedly not investigated by the Department of Justice [19]

Political Commentary & Justice System - The discussion revolves around the release of the Epstein files and accusations that the current administration is protecting the powerful while harming the "underdog" [1][2] - There are concerns about potential abuse of power and a perceived two-tiered justice system, with different rules for the president and others [3][5] - Concerns are raised about the weaponization of the Justice Department and the potential for politically motivated charges [6][8] - The judiciary is seen as a check on power, with some judges upholding the law despite pressure [11] Political Rhetoric & Distraction - Accusations are made that the president uses racist and discriminatory tactics, including "dog whistles," to distract from his agenda and polarize the public [15] - The president's attacks on figures like Obama, Beyonce, and Oprah are viewed as deliberate distractions and potential incitements [12][13] - The administration is accused of prioritizing its own interests and dismantling protections for ordinary citizens [16] Congressional Dynamics - Democrats in Congress are portrayed as standing up to the administration and trying to reveal information, while Republicans are accused of protecting the president [10][11] - There is frustration with the lack of accountability and the perceived inability to stop the president's actions [7][8]

Now, Jane, I want to ask you, did there come a time in your life when you met someone named Jeffrey Epstein? Answer, yes. What year was that? Answer: 1994. Did there come a time in your life when you had sexual contact with Jeffrey Epstein? Answer: Yes. How old were you when that first happened? answer. 14 years old. Donald Trump was friends with Jeffrey Epstein that day, that very day in 1994 when Jeffrey Epstein raped that 14-year-old girl. That testimony was given under oath in the criminal trial of Jeff ...

Personnel Changes & Potential Motivations - Morin Comey, daughter of former FBI director James Comey, was fired by the Justice Department, the reason is unclear [1] - The firing occurred amidst renewed attacks from Trump's right-wing base regarding the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein case [1] - The timing of the firing, coinciding with the Epstein case firestorm, raises questions about potential connections [3][4] - The individual in question prosecuted Jeffrey Epstein in 2019, shortly before his death [5] - Far-right agitators had been advocating for her removal, citing her relation to James Comey [5] Justice Department Actions & Controversies - The Justice Department may be revisiting the Russia investigation related to James Comey [2] - The Secret Service investigated a potential threat to the president linked to a Comey Instagram post [2] - The Secret Service followed James Comey and his wife, including tracking his phone [3] - The department has fired a number of prosecutors who worked on January 6th investigations [6] - The Trump administration has been accused of using its power in unusual and extraordinary ways [5]

Federal prosecutor Morin Comey, the daughter of former FBI director James Comey, was fired by the Justice Department yesterday. It's unclear why. Recently, Comey had become the target of renewed attacks by influencers in Trump's right-wing base who are raising concerns over the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein case.We don't really know what happened. We know that Morin Comey had been one of the lead prosecutors on the Puffy Combmes case. That that result had happened about a couple of weeks ag ...

Geopolitical & Policy Shifts - The US administration is considering imposing new tariffs on Russia if a peace deal is not reached within 50 days [1] - The US administration is threatening 30% tariffs on crucial trading partners like Mexico and Europe if an agreement isn't reached by August 1st [7] Political Backlash & Base Division - The US President is facing backlash from his base (MAGA) regarding the handling of the "Epstein files" [4] - The President's Truth Social post backing Pam Bondi received more replies than likes and reposts, indicating strong disapproval from his supporters [6] - The MAGA base largely opposes helping Ukraine, creating a divide within the President's support [3] Media & Narrative Control - The President's disconnection from MAGA media and alternative media platforms (like Joe Rogan, Tim Dillon) is causing him to underestimate the backlash [19][20] - Fox News mentioned Joe Biden 85 times between yesterday and 4 PM today, while only mentioning Epstein fleetingly, indicating a potential disconnect in the narrative [22][23] - The President's ability to shape and drive narratives through the echo chamber is diminishing due to his focus on Fox News [21][22] Conspiracy Theories & Trust - The base feels misled regarding the "Epstein client list," leading to anger and distrust [10][11][12] - Feeding the base conspiracy theories requires delivering on them, which the administration has failed to do in the case of the Epstein files [14][15]