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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.

Happy Friday Lemon Nation

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.

This morning, we're breaking down all the chaos shaping the day. From Donald Trump's escalating attacks on the free press, to Pam Bondi's widely criticized and evasive hearing over her handling of the Epstein files, the hits just keep coming. Meanwhile, public support for ICE appears to be slipping as scrutiny intensifies and more Americans question the tactics and leadership behind the agency. The common thread? A movement that looks increasingly defensive, increasingly reactive, and increasingly aware that the tide may be turning. Joining us to break it all down are friends of the show Clay Cane and Reecie Colbert.

Don sits down with Vic Mensa, the Chicago-born rapper, activist, and outspoken advocate for justice, for a raw conversation about the state of the world right now. They dive into the chaos unfolding around us, the dangerous history behind the phrase “just following orders,” and the moral responsibility individuals carry when systems go off the rails. From abuses of power to the erosion of accountability, nothing is sugarcoated.

Tonight, we're confronting a White House that looks like it's in a full doom spiral. The signs are everywhere, unchecked abuses of power, escalating attacks on the free press, and rhetoric that chips away at confidence in free and fair elections. Are we watching a slide toward authoritarianism in real time? What happens when guardrails are ignored and institutions are tested over and over again? And most importantly, what comes next?

This morning we bring you some sad news. The iconic Rev. Jesse Jackson has passed away. Don will be joined by his son, Rep. Jonathan Jackson, to remember his legacy, reflect on what he stood for, and honor the decades he spent fighting for justice, civil rights, and political power for the marginalized. Then we pivot to the media meltdown. Reports that Anderson Cooper is leaving 60 Minutes have sparked major questions about what's happening inside legacy newsrooms. Add to that the growing influence of Bari Weiss, the soft-glove treatment of MAGA figures, even those tied to the Epstein files, and the fact that CBS reportedly is blocking interviews to avoid angering Donald Trump, and you have to ask, what happened to the backbone of the press?

Tonight, we're tackling DHS funding and election integrity. First, Don is joined by Hakeem Jeffries to break down the partial government shutdown fight over Department of Homeland Security funding and what it means for the country. Then we pivot to elections. Kristi Noem says they want to make sure the “right people” are voting. The right people? What exactly does that mean? And should Americans be concerned about how this administration plans to oversee this year's election? Big stakes. Real consequences. No sugarcoating.

Let's talk about Jeremy Carl, Donald Trump's nominee for assistant secretary of state for international organizations, a role that would oversee U.S. policy toward the United Nations and its agencies. Carl, a former Trump administration official and current senior fellow at the Claremont Institute, is facing intense scrutiny over past statements and writings that promote white supremacist, racist, antisemitic, and homophobic views. Don unpacks what Carl has said, why it matters, and what this nomination signals about the direction of U.S. diplomacy if confirmed. This isn't just about one appointment, it's about who speaks for America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Presidents Day, and let's just say, not all presidents are the same. Donald Trump's approval numbers are hitting an all time low while Barack Obama continues to enjoy strong favorability among many Americans. We'll also break down the latest developments surrounding the Epstein files, what's new, what's unanswered, and what may come next. Join us as we unpack the headlines, separate signal from noise, and set the stage for the days ahead.

Today we're bringing you an extended live stream. Don is in court, and we'll have coverage throughout the day with real-time updates, analysis, and reactions from friends of the show. This case goes far beyond one journalist, it's about the freedom of the press, the right to report on protests, and whether the government can intimidate members of the media for doing their jobs.

This morning, we're covering a major development: Don is appearing in court after the U.S. Department of Justice brought charges tied to his coverage of a protest at a Minneapolis church. This isn't just about one case. It's about the freedom of speech and the freedom of the press and whether journalists can report on protests without facing retaliation from the government. We'll break down what's at stake and why this moment matters far beyond one courtroom.

Another day, another unhinged and dangerous instance of Donald Trump spouting lies from a podium. This time he pretended to not know much about two big recent news items: Howard Lutnick caught lying about his relationship to Jeffrey Epstein, and the racist, viral video that a Trump "staffer" posted last week depicting the Obamas as apes. Isn't this the president who never sleeps and spends most of his free time watching news coverage and tweeting? Join Don at 5pm EST to break it all down!

This morning, we're diving into the aftermath of Pam Bondi's House hearing, and let's just say... it was not her finest hour. Questions were asked, but very few were actually answered. Instead, we got deflection, finger-pointing, and a masterclass in blaming literally everyone else. We'll break down the most embarrassing moments, what it says about the handling of the Epstein files, and why accountability still feels like a foreign concept. Joining Don to unpack the mess are Tim Miller of The Bulwark and Jennifer Welch of the I've Had It podcast.

Today Attorney General Pam Bondi testified in front of the House Judiciary Committee and it did not go well for her. Bondi lashed out at every democrat who questioned her and refused to answer straight forward questions pertaining to the Epstein files. But was her performance good enough for her presidential audience of one? Is the MAGA base buying any of this? And what did she have to say about Don Lemon? Join Don and a great panel of guests to break down all that was said during this 5 hour congressional hearing.

This morning, we're following the live House hearing as Pam Bondi testifies amid mounting scrutiny over the handling of the Epstein files. The rollout has been chaotic, the redactions heavy, and the questions keep piling up. Will we get real answers today or more deflection? Why has this process been such a mess? And is anyone, anywhere, actually going to face accountability? Joining us this morning are friends of the show Monique Pressley, Tara Palmeri, and Keith Edwards to help us break this all down. This episode is sponsored by MSI. Text LEMON to 511511, or go to https://MSIUnitedStates.org. A gift of $39 is enough to give 6 women contraception for a year! Think of that. Please help them out. This episode is brought to you 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 sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 10% off your first order of olive oil! 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 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 will be focusing on the new revelations and new denials from a white house engulfed in the Epstein scandal. Now that congress is getting the chance to view some unredacted files we are learning much more about what, and who, is being hidden from the public. An all-star panel of journalists, legal minds, and political thinkers will be here to discuss. Also, new surveillance footage from the home of Nancy Guthrie has been released. Don will be joined by a former FBI official to break down what this video means and what we can learn from it. 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 MSI. Text LEMON to 511511, or go to https://MSIUnitedStates.org. A gift of $39 is enough to give 6 women contraception for a year! Think of that. Please help them out. This episode is brought to you 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 sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 10% off your first order of olive oil! 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, we're continuing to break down the fallout from the halftime show and wow, MAGA is still losing it. The outrage has gone far beyond music criticism and is once again exposing the racism and cultural panic that shows up anytime they don't control the spotlight. And then there was the attempted counter-programming. Turning Point USA's alternate halftime show starring Kid Rock. Let's be honest, it was awkward, chaotic, and painfully unpopular. While Bad Bunny dominated the moment, MAGA managed to turn a cultural event into yet another self-own. 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 MSI. Text LEMON to 511511, or go to https://MSIUnitedStates.org. A gift of $39 is enough to give 6 women contraception for a year! Think of that. Please help them out. This episode is brought to you 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 sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza. Visit https://graza.co/LEMON and use promo code LEMON today for 10% off your first order of olive oil! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, we're breaking down the latest bombshell revelations from the Epstein files, and the denial is getting laughable. Donald Trump's name reportedly appears more than 38,000 times, yet MAGA is still pretending this is all a coincidence. The math isn't mathing. Will anyone named in these files ever face real accountability? Will the victims ever see justice? Or will power and politics keep doing what they do best, running interference? Joining Don to cut through the spin is journalist and friend of the show Tara Palmeri.

Don sits down with Colby Hall to break down the MAGA meltdown over Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show and the absurd backlash that followed. While millions tuned in to a historic performance celebrating culture and music, conservative critics, including Donald Trump, launched an outrage campaign and even staged a rival “All-American Halftime Show” led by Kid Rock and others through Turning Point USA that critics called underwhelming and desperate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're diving into MAGA's full-blown meltdown over Bad Bunny's halftime show. While millions tuned in, the right lost its mind, and in a truly desperate move, tried to roll out a rival show via Turning Point USA featuring Kid Rock. Let's be honest, nobody wanted that. We'll break down the outrage, the cringe, and why culture keeps leaving MAGA behind no matter how loud they get. This episode is sponsored by Graza. Take your food to the next level with Graza Olive Oil. Visit https://graza.co/DON and use promo code DON today for 20% off your first order! 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 MSI. Text LEMON to 511511, or go to https://MSIUnitedStates.org. A gift of $39 is enough to give 6 women contraception for a year! Think of that. Please help them out. This episode is brought to you 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, we're breaking down Donald Trump's racist Truth Social post depicting Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes. Yes, the White House has since pulled it down. Yes, a few Republicans are suddenly clutching their pearls. But this is hardly the first time Trump has trafficked in overt racism. So the real question isn't whether the post was offensive (it was). The question is when, if ever, will the MAGA movement actually condemn the racism Trump dishes out on a near-daily basis? Or is this just another moment they'll excuse, deflect from, and move past until the next outrage? To break it all down, Don is joined by a stacked panel: Hasan Piker, Akilah Hughes, Katie Phang, Charles Coleman, and Ana Navarro. Sharp takes, real talk, and zero tolerance for excuses.

Don sits down with journalist and friend of the show Ahmed Baba for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the country, the growing threats to freedom of speech, and what's happening to democracy right now. They unpack how power is being challenged, how dissent is being treated, and why protecting a free press and open debate has never been more important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're calling out Donald Trump for a vile, racist Truth Social post depicting Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes. It's just the latest example of Trump's racism being openly displayed and disturbingly accepted by his supporters. We're asking the obvious questions, will any Republicans denounce this? Will anyone finally draw a line and say this is unacceptable? And is this just another calculated distraction from what Trump really doesn't want you focusing on, the Epstein files and his plummeting approval ratings? Don is joined by DL Hughley, Derrick Johnson, Charles Blow, and Bakari Sellers to break it all down.

Good evening Lemon Nation. Tonight we will dive into the Trump administration's continuous plan to upend our nation's history of separation of church and state. MAGA's vision for this country appears to be one of Christian Nationalism and Trump's remarks during this morning's National Prayer Breakfast only furthered that. Also, Rep. Robert Garcia will join us to talk about the latest release of Epstein files, which powerful men are in them, and how deranged some of the revelations are. Join us live at 5pm EST. This episode is sponsored by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Go to https://FFRF.US/NEW YEAR or text “DON” to Five Eleven Five Eleven. And help protect a country that belongs to all of us. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is brought to you 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 Lean. Let's get you started with 20% off and free rush shipping so you can add LEAN to you healthy diet and exercise plan. Visit https://TAKELEAN.com and enter LEMON for your discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with Democratic strategist and friend of the show Mike Nellis for a no-nonsense conversation about the chaos rippling across the country and the forces driving it. They break down Don's arrest, the escalating attacks on freedom of the press, and Donald Trump's increasingly alarming calls to nationalize U.S. elections. Plus, they dig into the growing cracks inside the MAGA movement, as some of Trump's loudest supporters appear to be turning on him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This morning, we're breaking down Donald Trump's full-on unraveling. His sit-down with Tom Llamas seemed like his most unhinged interview yet, and then he outdid himself at the National Prayer Breakfast, turning what should've been a moment of unity into more division, grievance, and chaos. From calling for more hostility, to bragging about achievements that don't exist, to lying (again) about the economy, and yes, reviving his bizarre obsession with windmills, this was a masterclass in delusion. If you're wondering how bad it's getting and why it matters, grab your coffee and join us.

Don sits down with Senator Mark Kelly for a sober, urgent conversation about the state of the nation and the growing threats to democracy. They break down Donald Trump's escalating attacks on free speech and the free press, including his previous targeting of Senator Kelly for doing nothing more than accurately stating the law to members of the military. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with Senator Mark Kelly for a sober, urgent conversation about the state of the nation and the growing threats to democracy. They break down Donald Trump's escalating attacks on free speech and the free press, including his previous targeting of Senator Kelly for doing nothing more than accurately stating the law to members of the military. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, Don is joined by Senator Elizabeth Warren for a critical conversation about Donald Trump's escalating attacks on free speech and the free press. Together, they break down what happened to Don and how efforts to intimidate journalists threaten the foundation of democracy. They also dig into why independent media matters more than ever in this moment when truth is under attack and power is demanding obedience. This is a conversation about accountability, courage, and what it will take to protect a free press in America. This episode is sponsored by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Go to https://FFRF.US/NEW YEAR or text “DON” to Five Eleven Five Eleven. And help protect a country that belongs to all of us. This episode is brought to you 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 sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://SHOPIFY.COM/lemon This episode is brought to you Lean. Let's get you started with 20% off and free rush shipping so you can add LEAN to you healthy diet and exercise plan. Visit https://TAKELEAN.com and enter LEMON for your discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with Senator Raphael Warnock for a clear-eyed conversation about the state of the nation and why this moment should concern every American. From escalating attacks on journalism and free speech to growing threats against free and fair elections, they break down what's at stake, who's responsible, and why silence isn't an option. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices