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The Iran conflict continues to escalate, and the messaging coming out of the White House is raising more questions than answers. In a new interview with Brian Kilmeade, Donald Trump delivered a string of eyebrow-raising remarks, including comments about immigrants having “bad genetics” and suggesting he'll know the war is over when he simply “feels it in his bones.” Meanwhile, the consequences of the conflict are already being felt at home. Energy markets are reacting, prices are creeping up, and Americans are being told this war is necessary even as the administration struggles to explain what the actual endgame is. Tonight, Don breaks down the latest developments in the Iran conflict, the increasingly bizarre rhetoric coming from Trump, and the growing concern that this war has no clear plan and no clear end.

During a press conference this morning, Pete Hegseth made a startling remark in regards to the media's coverage of the war in Iran: "The sooner David Ellison takes over that network (CNN) the better." He said the quiet part out loud. This Ellison media monopoly is shaping up to be exactly what we are fearing: state run media. Join Don to break down this story.

Don sits down with journalist and commentator Ahmed Baba to break down the rapidly escalating war with Iran and the devastating human toll it is taking. They examine the atrocities emerging from the conflict, the growing fears of a prolonged war, and the reality that Iran's new leadership is signaling it has no intention of backing down. How long could this war last? And what happens if neither side is willing to step back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The world feels like it's spinning out of control. As the war with Iran continues to escalate, the country's new supreme leader is signaling there will be no backing down, vowing to continue attacks and even keep pressure on global oil routes like the Strait of Hormuz as leverage against the U.S. and its allies. At the same time, violence here at home is rattling communities across America. Tonight, Don breaks down the latest developments abroad and the disturbing wave of violence here in the U.S. What is happening right now? Should Americans be worried, and how much further could all of this go?

Don sits down with attorney and legal analyst Dina Doll to unpack the latest developments in the escalating war and the disturbing reports of atrocities emerging from the conflict. As the human cost grows, Don and Dina examine the legal and political implications and why so many Americans feel the administration's shifting explanations simply don't add up. They also discuss the growing belief that the sudden escalation overseas is serving as a convenient distraction from the unanswered questions surrounding the Epstein files. Most importantly, Don and Dina break down why accountability matters now more than ever and what it will take to hold lawmakers responsible for misleading the public.

New reporting and deposition footage have raised serious questions about the people from DOGE, including staffers who reportedly had access to sensitive government data like Social Security information, and one particularly painful deposition where a staffer pushing anti-DEI policies struggled to even explain what DEI actually stands for. All this from the same crowd that was aggressively pushing efforts to strip references to Black history, women's history, and diversity initiatives from public institutions. So this morning Don breaks down the latest revelations, the uncomfortable depositions, and the bigger question: who exactly was put in charge of the country's data and institutions… and did they have any idea what they were doing?

Don sits down with political strategist and friend of the show Mike Nellis to break down the latest chaos coming out of Washington. As the conflict with Iran escalates, the political fallout is growing and the economic consequences are already being felt at home, with rising oil and energy prices threatening to push inflation higher and slow U.S. growth. Don and Mike discuss why the war is proving wildly unpopular with Americans, what it could mean for the economy and the upcoming elections, and whether the administration has any real strategy as the situation spirals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fallout from Trump's escalating conflict with Iran is growing, and the political backlash is getting louder. Polls show the war is deeply unpopular with Americans, with majorities disapproving of the strikes and questioning the administration's strategy. Even some prominent voices on the right are pushing back, warning that the conflict contradicts the “America First” promise to avoid new foreign wars. Meanwhile, a growing chorus online is asking whether this sudden military escalation is also serving as a distraction from the ongoing controversies surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and the unanswered questions many Americans still have. This episode is sponsored by MSI. Donate today Text LEMON to 511511, or https://MSIUnitedStates.org This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers. Go to https://bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 20% off your first order! This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial 212-931-0855 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/don DISCLAIMER: Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Average potential savings are based on realized premium, co-pay, and out of pocket savings estimates self-reported by consumers that worked with Chapter Advisory LLC to enroll in a Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and/or Part D Prescription Drug Plan. The average is limited to consumers that chose to self-report. Savings information is subject to periodic updates and corrections. There is no guarantee of savings and any savings may vary by policy type, state, or other factors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the conflict with Iran intensifies, Don examines the stark contrast between the families who bear the human cost of war and the political families who seem far removed from it. In a moment demanding sacrifice, who is actually paying the price? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The war with Iran is escalating, and the consequences may be hitting America in more ways than one. Gas prices are already rising as global oil markets react to the conflict, and economists warn that a prolonged war could drive inflation higher and put even more pressure on American households. Meanwhile, the political fallout is growing at home. Poll after poll shows that more Americans oppose the conflict than support it, with many feeling the administration has failed to clearly explain its goals. So what happens if the war drags on? Is the U.S. already losing the economic battle at home? And if the strategy isn't clear… could America actually lose this war? This episode is sponsored by FFRF. If you believe freedom means freedom FOR EVERYONE, join them. Visit https://FFRF.US/DON or text “DON” to 511511 This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers. Go to https://bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 20% off your first order! This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, Don breaks down the rapidly expanding conflict, the rising number of injuries and casualties, and the growing fear that this war could spiral far beyond what Americans were told to expect. The situation in Iran is escalating fast, and the human cost is climbing. New reports say roughly 140 U.S. service members have already been injured and at least seven killed since the conflict began. Meanwhile, the White House is sending mixed signals about what comes next. Officials have refused to completely rule out the possibility of a military draft, insisting that the president wants to “keep options on the table” as the war unfolds. So where is this headed? Will the U.S. actually reinstate the draft? How far are Trump and his administration willing to push this conflict?And how many more American lives will be put on the line? This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by FFRF. If you believe freedom means freedom FOR EVERYONE, join them. Visit https://FFRF.US/DON or text “DON” to 511511 This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers. Go to https://bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 20% off your first order! NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-675-4090, for details about credit costs and terms. Or AmericanFinancing.net/Lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On February 28th the United States and Israel bombed Iran. One tomahawk missile hit a girls' primary school, killing 180 people. Blame over which nation did this has been passed back and forth but the evidence seems clear: Israel and Iran do not have tomahawk missiles, and the United States does. Join Don to break down how Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth are trying to explain this horrific strike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, Don breaks down the latest updates from the escalating Iran conflict, the wildly inconsistent messaging coming out of the White House and the Pentagon, and what it means for the U.S., the Middle East, and the rest of the world. One minute they say the conflict could be over “very soon,” and then next it's “just the beginning.” Meanwhile, the official justification for the war seems to change depending on the day, from stopping nuclear weapons to regime change to protecting shipping lanes. Are we looking at a short-term military operation, or the start of another endless war? And why does it feel like the people running this thing are making it up as they go along? This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by MSI. Donate today Text LEMON to 511511, or https://MSIUnitedStates.org This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers. Go to https://bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 20% off your first order! WE HAVE MERCH!! Purchase here: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopify.com/ WATCH & Subscribe on YouTube @TheDonLemonShow! Become a member of our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXs0PlIGUDSXfBaF7j-1euA/join Follow Don on Substack! Listen on Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight we're diving into the growing rift inside the MAGA world as prominent right-wing voices and some of Trump's own supporters question the escalating conflict in the Middle East. Even figures who normally defend Trump are pushing back, arguing this war looks a lot like the very foreign entanglements he once promised to avoid. Meanwhile, the geopolitical situation is spiraling with regional retaliation, soaring oil prices, and fears of a wider war across the Middle East. And here at home? Polls show a majority of Americans disapprove of how Trump is handling the Iran conflict. So… is the MAGA coalition starting to crack? And how will this play with voters while Trump's approval numbers continue to drop? This episode is sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 20% off your first order! This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by MSI. Donate today Text LEMON to 511511, or https://MSIUnitedStates.org This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers. Go to https://bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with activist Elizer Darris for a powerful conversation about the ongoing investigations into the killings of Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis. As questions continue to swirl about accountability, the conversation turns to who should actually be leading these investigations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're breaking down the latest developments in the war with Iran, and the situation is becoming more alarming by the day. According to Karoline Leavitt, Trump is not ruling out the possibility of a draft, raising serious questions about how far this conflict could escalate. Meanwhile, talk of regime change appears to have gone nowhere, with the son of Ali Khamenei expected to take power, signaling an even more hardline future for the country. Back home, the fallout is already hitting Americans' wallets. Gas prices are climbing, markets are sliding, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average is taking a hit as the economic consequences of the conflict ripple across the globe. So where does this go from here? How long could this war last, and how much more strain can the economy take? Today, we're joined by journalist John Heilemann to break it all down. This episode is sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 20% off your first order! This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by FFRF. If you believe freedom means freedom FOR EVERYONE, join them. Visit https://FFRF.US/DON or text “DON” to 511511 This episode is brought to you by BiOptimizers. Go to https://bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a part of this year's On Air Fest event, Don Lemon leads a no-nonsense conversation on the shifting media landscape and the rise of independent media, examining how creators and journalists are dismantling old power structures, rebuilding trust, and reshaping what news looks like in a creator-driven world. The media is transforming at a pace we've never seen before. From how we consume entertainment and sports to culture-defining moments like the Oscars moving online, the ground is shifting beneath our feet. Nowhere is that disruption more apparent, or more consequential, than in the news. As audiences walk away from legacy outlets and turn to independent voices for truth and accountability, the future of journalism is being actively redefined. Don is joined by journalist and sportswriter Pablo Torre, comedian Gianmarco Soresi, & friend of the show and comedian Jay Jurden. This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're breaking down the latest disturbing developments in the Epstein saga. Newly released interviews with the teen who accused Donald Trump have surfaced, and the details are dark, unsettling, and raising serious questions. As more information tied to Jeffrey Epstein continues to come to light, will Trump ever actually be investigated? And will anyone in power ever face real accountability? Then we turn to the other crises dominating the headlines. Tensions continue to rise around the situation with Iran, while new economic data paints a troubling picture for the administration. With weak job numbers and growing instability abroad, it's been a rough stretch. This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with journalist and friend of the show Ahmed Baba to break down the bombshell news that Kristi Noem has officially been fired. After that disastrous testimony and days of political fallout, “ICE Barbie” has finally been shown the door by Donald Trump. But the real question now: who's next? Could Pam Bondi be the next name on the chopping block? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kristi Noem has been fired, and Don is breaking down the stunning development live. After days of disastrous testimony, dodged questions, and mounting criticism from lawmakers, it appears the patience of Donald Trump has finally run out. Honestly, this should have happened a long time ago. So what pushed things over the edge? And more importantly, what happens now for immigration policy, the administration, and the agencies she leaves behind? This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, Don breaks down the latest developments in the rapidly escalating war with Iran, a conflict that has already shaken the Middle East and raised global fears about what comes next. After U.S. and Israeli strikes targeted Iran's leadership and military infrastructure, Tehran has retaliated with missile and drone attacks across the region, pushing tensions to the brink of a wider war. What does this mean for Americans? How far could this conflict spread, and what is it already costing the American people economically, politically, and in terms of global stability? Then we pivot to the fallout from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's widely criticized congressional testimony. After dodging questions and refusing to walk back controversial claims about immigration enforcement, Noem faced intense bipartisan scrutiny and even calls for her resignation. Is accountability finally coming? Joining Don to break it all down is veteran political strategist Steve Schmidt. This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with political strategist and friend of the show Mike Nellis to break down the biggest headlines of the day. From the escalating crisis in Iran following strikes ordered by Donald Trump, to the surprising Texas primary win by James Talarico, to the unhinged congressional testimony from Kristi Noem, Don and Mike connect the dots on what it all means for American politics right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Don breaks down Day 2 of Kristi Noem's testimony, this time before the House, and let's just say… it was wild. From tense exchanges to repeated dodges, lawmakers pressed Noem hard on her leadership, policy decisions and accountability. Instead of clear answers, viewers saw deflection, contradiction, and mounting frustration from members of Congress on both sides of the aisle. What stood out? What questions did she refuse to answer? And after two days of heated hearings, will there be any real consequences, or is this just another Washington spectacle with no follow-through? This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial 212-931-0855 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/don DISCLAIMER: Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Average potential savings are based on realized premium, co-pay, and out of pocket savings estimates self-reported by consumers that worked with Chapter Advisory LLC to enroll in a Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and/or Part D Prescription Drug Plan. The average is limited to consumers that chose to self-report. Savings information is subject to periodic updates and corrections. There is no guarantee of savings and any savings may vary by policy type, state, or other factors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don is joined by friend of the show Dr. Frita Fisher to take a closer look at something the White House would probably prefer we ignore, a visible rash that recently appeared on Donald Trump's neck. What is it? A harmless skin irritation? Stress? A reaction? Or something more? While no one is diagnosing from a distance, Dr. Frita breaks down the possibilities and explains what kinds of conditions can cause rashes like that, especially in older adults under intense stress. Because for someone who repeatedly claims to be in “perfect health,” the optics raise questions. How transparent should presidents be about their medical status? And why does health disclosure suddenly become controversial depending on who's in office? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, Don breaks down the latest updates on the rapidly expanding crisis in the Middle East. As U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran continue, regional retaliation spreads, and world powers grapple with what may be a long, costly conflict with no clear end in sight. We'll talk about how this is already affecting American lives, from rising fuel prices at the pump to economic ripple effects and global instability, and what might come next as tensions escalate day by day. Then, we'll shift gears to take a look at today's major political news from Texas: James Talarico has won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate race, emerging victorious over Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in a closely watched contest that could reshape statewide politics this November. Can he flip a long-Republican seat in the general election? We'll break down what this win means and what lies ahead. This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial 212-931-0855 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/don DISCLAIMER: Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Average potential savings are based on realized premium, co-pay, and out of pocket savings estimates self-reported by consumers that worked with Chapter Advisory LLC to enroll in a Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and/or Part D Prescription Drug Plan. The average is limited to consumers that chose to self-report. Savings information is subject to periodic updates and corrections. There is no guarantee of savings and any savings may vary by policy type, state, or other factors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with Congressman Ro Khanna to break down today's biggest stories facing our country. First, they unpack the escalating situation in Iran after the recent U.S. and Israeli strikes, a conflict that has already killed Americans, drawn retaliation across the region, and left lawmakers deeply divided over war powers and executive authority. Then, the conversation shifts to the Epstein files, where unanswered questions remain about transparency, accountability, and powerful individuals tied to the scandal. Finally, Don and Khanna dive into today's Senate grilling of Kristi Noem, a hearing marked by repeated challenges to her leadership and calls for accountability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, Don breaks down the latest developments in the rapidly escalating crisis in the Middle East. The conflict has already closed embassies, triggered missile and drone attacks across the region, and drawn global concern about how far this could go and what it means for Americans at home and abroad. Then, we pivot to today's embarrassing testimony from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Lawmakers from both parties repeatedly challenged her leadership amid bipartisan criticism of her immigration policies, her defense of controversial comments labeling two U.S. citizens as “domestic terrorists,” and her refusal to take responsibility for clear missteps, prompting senators to call out incompetence and a lack of accountability. Will Noem ever face real consequences? This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. This episode is sponsored by Bioptimizers. Go to bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-675-4090, for details about credit costs and terms. Or AmericanFinancing.net/Lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, Don breaks down the ongoing crisis in Iran and the broader Middle East. After U.S. strikes ordered by Donald Trump and continued retaliation in the region, where is this headed? Is this a limited conflict or the beginning of something much bigger? And how scared should people be? Then, we turn to the latest developments surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein fallout, including testimony from Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton regarding their past connections. What was said? What remains unanswered? And will MAGA officials mentioned in the files ever face any accountability? Finally, we'll examine testimony from Kristi Noem before members of the Senate amid mounting scrutiny over her leadership and decisions. What are lawmakers pressing her on, and how is she responding? Join us live as Don connects the dots and breaks it all down. This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is brought to you by Incogni. Go to https://incogni.com/donlemon and use code donlemon for 60% off. Incogni HELPS wipe yourself from the Internet — they can't harm you if they can't find you. Click the link below to claim your 60% off and get your personal data off the market! Erase yourself from the internet. This episode is sponsored by Bioptimizers. Go to bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, Don sits down with an all-star panel to break down the rapidly escalating crisis surrounding Donald Trump's strikes on Iran and what it means for the U.S., the region, and the world. We'll unpack the latest developments as the U.S. and allied forces continue military operations, Iran fires back, and Trump repeatedly signals that “more is coming,” with no clear end in sight. Multiple service members have already been killed, and officials have not ruled out even broader engagement as this conflict threatens to widen. What are the legal, strategic, and geopolitical implications of this escalation? How are U.S. leaders reacting at home? And what could this mean for the next chapter of Middle East tensions? Tonight Don is joined by the host of The Majority Report, Sam Seder, the host of Breaking Points, Krystal Ball, White House reporter for Axios Marc Caputo, Zeteo political reporter Prem Thakker, independent journalist Jasper Nathaniel, and Congressman Jimmy Gomez. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by Bioptimizers. Go to bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is brought to you by 120Life. Go to https://120Life.com—and use code DON for 20% off. Try it risk-free for two weeks. If your blood pressure doesn't come down, you get a full refund. Don't wait until next month. Nothing to lose except higher blood pressure numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're breaking down the shocking escalation in the U.S.–Iran conflict, a situation that has rapidly spiraled into another war. After Donald Trump ordered coordinated strikes alongside Israel on Iranian targets, the conflict has widened, with Iran striking back at U.S. bases and the first American service members killed in the campaign. What does this mean legally and constitutionally for a sitting president to engage in major military action without clear congressional approval? How far could this go, and what are the risks of dragging the U.S. deeper into a broader Middle East war? And as this crisis dominates headlines, we have to ask, is this being used as a distraction from the things Trump doesn't want you focusing on...like the Epstein Files? Don is joined by former White House national security official Olivia Troye, reporter Jasper Nathaniel, and New York Times congressional reporter Michael Gold to break it all down. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Shopify. See less carts go abandoned and more sales go with Shopify and their Shop Pay button.Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by Bioptimizers. Go to bioptimizers.com/donlemon and use my exclusive code DON15 to get 15% off any order. Make 2026 the year you finally start sleeping great again. This episode is brought to you by 120Life. Go to https://120Life.com—and use code DON for 20% off. Try it risk-free for two weeks. If your blood pressure doesn't come down, you get a full refund. Don't wait until next month. Nothing to lose except higher blood pressure numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with journalist John Harwood for a candid conversation about the escalating attacks on the free press by Donald Trump and what it means for journalism in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, we're breaking down Bill Clinton's testimony in the ongoing fallout surrounding Jeffrey Epstein. What did Clinton say? What was clarified, and what still raises serious questions? And as more details emerge, many Americans are asking why the sitting president, Donald Trump, hasn't been called in for questioning. Especially as his name reportedly appears more than 38,000 times across the Epstein files? Don breaks down the facts, the legal realities, and the political implications. Join us live! This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://120Life.com and use my code DON for 20% off. Try it risk-free for two weeks. If your blood pressure doesn't come down, you get a full refund. This episode is brought to you by Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/donlemon and use code donlemon at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! This episode is sponsored by MSI. Donate today Text LEMON to 511511, or https://MSIUnitedStates.org This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain. Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/LEMON to start your subscription today. This episode is brought to you by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning we're breaking down the latest news in the ever-unfolding Jeffrey Epstein saga as Bill Clinton testifies about his relationship and involvement. What will be revealed? What has already been confirmed? And what does this mean for the broader web of powerful names connected to this case? And let's be honest, while past presidents are being questioned, many Americans are wondering whether people currently in power (looking at you, Donald Trump) will ever face meaningful scrutiny or accountability for their own connections. Then we pivot to a bombshell media shakeup: Netflix has reportedly backed out of a bid for Warner Bros., clearing a path for Paramount to acquire it. What does that mean for the future of media consolidation? Who controls what we watch and how worried should we be. Joining us to unpack it all is Founding Editor of Mediaite.com Colby Hall along with Semafor's Max Tani and Ben Smith. This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://120Life.com and use my code DON for 20% off. Try it risk-free for two weeks. If your blood pressure doesn't come down, you get a full refund. This episode is brought to you by Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/donlemon and use code donlemon at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! This episode is sponsored by MSI. Donate today Text LEMON to 511511, or https://MSIUnitedStates.org This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain. Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/LEMON to start your subscription today. This episode is brought to you by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, Don breaks down the testimony from Hillary Clinton related to the growing fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein case. What exactly was said? And how does this testimony reshape the broader conversation around accountability, transparency, and the powerful figures whose names continue to surface? Then, we pivot to new reporting from The Washington Post highlighting serious election integrity concerns. Donald Trump is seeking expanded executive authority over elections. What would that mean legally? How much authority does a president actually have over federal elections? And how concerned should Americans be? This episode is sponsored by 120Life. Go to https://120Life.com and use my code DON for 20% off. Try it risk-free for two weeks. If your blood pressure doesn't come down, you get a full refund. This episode is sponsored by MSI. Donate today Text LEMON to 511511, or https://MSIUnitedStates.org This episode is brought to you by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain. Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/LEMON to start your subscription today. This episode is brought to you by Surfshark. Go to https://surfshark.com/donlemon and use code donlemon at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with friend of the show Dr. Frita to break down the confirmation hearing for Casey Means, President Donald Trump's pick for Surgeon General. Means lacks the traditional public health leadership experience typically associated with the role and her rhetoric echoes the anti-vaccine positions popularized by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. What could this nomination mean for vaccine guidance, public trust in medicine, and the overall health of the country? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the Clintons initially rejected subpoenas to appear in front of congress in regards to the Epstein files, and after the GOP rejected the Clintons' desire to testify publicly, today Hillary Clinton will do so in front of a House panel. This testimony will be recorded on camera but behind closed doors. Tomorrow, former president Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify as well. With the Clintons being willing to share their side of the Epstein story, will we ever hear from the Trump's in the same way? Probably not, but their silence says volumes. Join Don to break down this story and more!

Tonight we are joined by Rep. Al Green to discuss his protest and subsequent removal from last night's State of the Union address. The congressman held up a sign which read "Black People Aren't Apes," a reference to a Trump tweet which depicted the Obamas as apes in a meme. Also, former Treasure Secretary and Harvard professor Larry Summers has resigned from his professorship at the university for his involvement with Jeffery Epstein. With more and more folks with ties to Epstein are losing jobs and facing accountability, when will the Epstein files affect those in the Trump administration? Join Don to break these stories down.

Good morning Lemon Nation. Last night was less an address about the state of our country and more a medal ceremony to those who like the President. Trump handed out military honors and even presented our U.S. men's Olympic hockey team goalie with a medal of freedom. When he wasn't putting on a show for his cult, Trump was back to his favorite fodder for lies: Somalis in Minnesota, tariffs, drug prices, Democrats, Iran, the list goes on. Join Don to break down this embarrassment disguised as a presidential speech.

This morning, we're diving into explosive new reporting from NPR alleging that the U.S. Department of Justice withheld and removed certain Epstein-related documents from public databases, including files that reference allegations involving Donald Trump. The report claims materials tied to accusations against Jeffrey Epstein that also mention Trump were taken down or never fully released. As other countries pursue investigations and consequences for officials connected to Epstein, the contrast here is striking. Will anyone in MAGA world ever face accountability? Will victims ever see justice? Then we pivot to tonight's State of the Union. What exactly is the state of the union? We'll break down the stakes before the speech even begins.

Tonight, we're diving into the continued global fallout from the Epstein files. Peter Mandelson, a former U.K. ambassador to the United States, has reportedly been arrested by British authorities over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson is the latest powerful figure to face scrutiny as investigations move forward overseas. So the question is obvious: who's next? As international authorities take action, will anyone connected within MAGA world ever face real accountability? Or will the Epstein scandal continue to produce consequences everywhere but here? We break down what this means, what could happen next, and why justice still feels uneven.

Don takes a look at Donald Trump's long-documented habit of calling reporters while pretending to be someone else, often a supposed spokesperson singing Trump's praises. Don breaks down the recordings, the reporting, and the implications of a public figure allegedly using fake names to shape his own media narrative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're talking about a White House that looks desperate. As Donald Trump's approval ratings slide, the administration seems to think the solution is… sports cosplay? From Kash Patel partying with athletes like he just got drafted, to Trump posting an AI-generated video of himself scoring a hockey goal, the cringe factor is off the charts. Is this just a distraction from sinking numbers and mounting criticism? We'll break down the polling, the optics, and why trying to co-opt sports culture might say more about panic than popularity.

Tonight, we're breaking down a major decision from the Supreme Court of the United States blocking Donald Trump's tariffs and declaring them illegal. This comes after Trump repeatedly insisted he had the authority to impose them on his own. The Court said otherwise. Trump is furious, but this ruling raises a bigger question about limits on executive power and whether the constitutional guardrails are still holding. Is this a turning point? A rare institutional check in a turbulent political era? Tonight we break down what the decision means for democracy, the economy, and what could come next.

Don sits down with political strategist and friend of the show Mike Nellis to break down the blockbuster ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States blocking Donald Trump's tariffs as illegal. After repeatedly declaring he could impose them unilaterally “because I'm the president,” Trump has now been handed a sharp constitutional rebuke, and he's not taking it well.

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Tonight, we're diving into the explosive new developments in the Epstein file saga. Prince Andrew was arrested over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, and around the world, powerful figures connected to Epstein are beginning to face real consequences. But the same cannot be said for those here in the United States? Donald Trump's name appears in the files more than 38,000 times, yet there is no accountability. Why does justice seem to move everywhere but here? Will Prince Andrew cooperate? Could more names be exposed? Will anyone in MAGA world ever face consequences? And most importantly, will the victims finally see justice? We're joined by Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari to break down what's happening globally, what's stalled domestically, and what could come next.

Don sits down with Congressman Eric Swalwell for a candid conversation about the state of the nation and the growing concerns surrounding attacks on the free press. They discuss the broader implications of Donald Trump and MAGA's actions toward journalists, what it means for democratic institutions, and why protecting the First Amendment is essential in moments of political tension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're diving into the latest bombshell developments in the Epstein file saga, and the fallout is going global. Prince Andrew has reportedly been arrested over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as authorities abroad move forward with real consequences for those connected to the scandal. But here at home? A very different story. Donald Trump's name appears in the files tens of thousands of times, yet there's been no investigation, no charges, no accountability. While other countries take action, the U.S. seems frozen. Will anyone in MAGA world ever face consequences? Will the victims ever see justice? We're joined by  @TaraPalmeri  to break it all down this morning.

Don sits down with Jim Acosta to break down the Trump administration's escalating war on journalism. From revoking press credentials to pursuing charges against reporters, the message to the media seems clear: fall in line or face consequences.

Tonight, we're confronting a terrifying possibility. Are we on the brink of war with Iran? Escalating rhetoric and military posturing have raised real concerns that a broader conflict could be imminent. So much for talk of peace. What would war mean for the United States, for the region, and for everyday Americans already stretched thin? Is this brinkmanship, or are we watching the early stages of something far more dangerous? And is there still a path to de-escalation? We're joined by security expert Miles Taylor and writer for The Atlantic Tom Nichols to break down what we know, what we don't, and what's at stake.

Don sits down with Sam Harris, neuroscientist, philosopher, and bestselling author, for a wide-ranging and, at times, heated conversation about the state of the country. They unpack the chaos dominating the headlines, the growing anxiety about democratic norms, and the deeper philosophical questions beneath it all. The discussion intensifies as they dive into race, privilege, and how society talks about inequality. This is a candid exchange about power, identity, and what it means to navigate a deeply divided moment in America.