Podcast appearances and mentions of Sheldon Whitehouse

We'll start the show by airing a conversation Jim and Boston Globe's Shirley Leung had with Rachel Rollins yesterday; Rollins is running for Suffolk DA, to unseat her successor in the position, Kevin Hayden.Chuck Todd zooms in for the latest national political headlines.Andrea Cabral discusses the Supreme Court's final cases this term.Senator Sheldon Whitehouse discusses the Bill Pulte appointment at DNI, and Trump's myriad grifts in the White House.Mitchell Garabedian and Dr. Herb Brennan zoom in to discuss developments for Rhode Island victims of clergy sex abuse

Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show joined with Iran and Israel hitting each other and President Donald Trump wanting them to stop. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about Tom Homan and the Trump administration saying ICE agents in New York are coming soon. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony gets into three more things: 160 more drugs added to TrumpRx, a stabbing at Penn Station in New York, Sheldon Whitehouse on voter registration, and Tim Kaine on transgender children. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about a woman’s support for Graham Platner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about election results coming in five days later for the Los Angeles mayoral race and it favors the Democrats. Tony also talks about President Donald Trump’s interview on Meet The Press. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talks about Game 3 of the NBA Finals with the New York Knicks holding a 2-0 leading over the San Antonio Spurs, while President Trump will be in attendance. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about the continued support to Graham Platner from the left. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking about an AI Costco product of an above ground lazy river pool set. Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show joined with Iran and Israel hitting each other and President Donald Trump wanting them to stop. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks about Tom Homan and the Trump administration saying ICE agents in New York are coming soon. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony gets into three more things: 160 more drugs added to TrumpRx, a stabbing at Penn Station in New York, Sheldon Whitehouse on voter registration, and Tim Kaine on transgender children. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about a woman’s support for Graham Platner. Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show talking more about the left’s continued support for Graham Platner and Adam Hamawy. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks more about New York may ban private home listings. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony talks more about President Donald Trump wanting Iran and Israel to stop striking each other. Tony also talks about more fraud taking place in the Los Angeles mayoral election. Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about the new gas station scam method. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Last Word: MS NOW reports Donald Trump will nominate Todd Blanche as attorney general. Also, Trump picks Bill Pulte for acting Director of Intelligence. And Trump Treasury Scott Bessent is grilled on Trump's IRS immunity. Rep. Hakeem Jeffriees, Sen. Jon Ossoff, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jen Psaki points out that Republicans in Congress are increasingly losing their motivation to follow Donald Trump through his wildly unpopular vanity projects and destructive policies that are hurting Americans. On top of that are the number of lame duck legislators who ran afoul of Trump and lost primaries because of him and not have the rest of their term to exact payback as members of the "Yolo Caucus." Senator Sheldon Whitehouse joins to discuss Trump's slush fund as well as bizarre remarks by Jeff Bezos about income inequality and taxing the rich. Jen Psaki shares video that suggests that Donald Trump was aware of his tax information being leaked months earlier than he claimed in his lawsuit against the IRS, putting him past the statute of limitations for what is ostensibly the basis of his slush fund settlement. Rep. Dan Goldman, former federal prosecutor explains the legal perspective to Jen Psaki and discusses why Trump's slush fund for criminal political allies is legally doomed. Ben Rhodes, former deputy national security advisor to President Barack Obama, talks with Jen Psaki about the Trump administration's clumsy belligerence toward Cuba. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Senate advances a bill to limit Donald Trump's Iran war powers. Also, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse slams Trump's “cop beaters' slush fund.” And the Justice Department nixes audits for Trump, his family, and his businesses. Sen. Gary Peters, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Ali Velshi,  and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clean energy funding under the GGRF remains frozen, with projects on hold and questions over federal spending authority unresolved. --- The $27 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund has become a focal point of the Trump administration’s efforts to roll back federal clean energy policy. The program was designed to finance clean energy and emissions-reducing projects by channeling public funds through nonprofit financial institutions to attract private investment, including investments that support community resilience. After taking office in 2025, the administration moved to freeze funding and sought to terminate grant agreements that had already been awarded, citing concerns about oversight, conflicts of interest, and program design. Supporters argue the funds were lawfully appropriated and that the administration is attempting to unwind commitments based on claims that have not been substantiated in court. Roughly $20 billion of that funding now remains in limbo, with projects on hold. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, discusses how the program was designed to work, the administration’s stated rationale for shutting it down, and what the dispute could mean for clean energy investment and congressional authority over federal spending. Related Content Breaking the Lock on Urban Climate Finance: A Proposal for a Green Cities Guarantee Fund to Support Climate Resilient Infrastructure in Cities https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/breaking-the-lock-on-urban-climate-finance-a-proposal-for-a-green-cities-guarantee-fund-to-support-climate-resilient-infrastructure-in-cities/ Governing the Greenhouse Gas Protocol https://kleinmanenergy.upenn.edu/research/publications/governing-the-greenhouse-gas-protocol/ Energy Policy Now is produced by The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the University of Pennsylvania. For all things energy policy, visit kleinmanenergy.upenn.eduSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Zeldin, former candidate for Governor of New York and 17th administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, joined us on the Guy Benson Show today to discuss his hilarious exchanges with Democrats on Capitol Hill this week. Zeldin had two viral exchanges, one with Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), and one with Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and he discussed both on today's Guy Benson Show. Zeldin and Benson also discussed comments made by NY Gov. Kathy Hochul as she begged wealthy New Yorkers to return to the state, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens Iran by posting an AI image of himself holding a gun. Plus, SCOTUS limits redrawing districts under the Voting Rights Act. And Acting AG Todd Blanche defends his James Comey indictment. Rep. Adam Smith, Eric Holder, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

United States Senator Sheldon Whitehouse was at the White House Correspondents Dinner when shots at the event rang out. Senator Whitehouse recounts the chaos from Saturday with Gene. Gene also asks the Senator about his thoughts on using tax payer dollars to expedite the construction of the ballroom. As for the tone of the country at this point? Senator Whitehouse addresses the temperature of the country and the rhetoric surrounding hate speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The movie Nuremberg is about the trial of Nazi war criminal Hermann Goering. One of the characters asks rhetorically about the German atrocities: “You wanna know why it happened here?” He answers his own question: “Cause people let it happen. Cause they didn't stand up until it was too late.” No historical situation is identical, yet we can draw some parallels and inferences from the past to shine light on the present and predict the future. What is the relationship between Trump and the notorious pedophile Jeffrey Epstein? And how does Putin of Russia factor in? Trump seemingly bends over backwards to accommodate the Kremlin leader. A close examination reveals connections. The New York Times reviewed the so far publicly available Epstein files and found that “Trump, his properties, his associates and related terms were referred to more than 38,000 times.” Crucial files remain unreleased or redacted. Key files are missing. Sheldon Whitehouse calls it “a cover up.”

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fails to end his “war of choice” in Iran. Also, the Cook Political Report shifts three key Senate races toward Democrats. Plus, The Wall Street Journal reports that Trump promises mass staff pardons before leaving office. And a new book details USAID dismantling under Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Sen. Mark Warner, fmr. Gov. Roy Cooper, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Nicholas Enrich join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump fires Pam Bondi and Todd Blanche is appointed as acting attorney general. And House Oversight Committee members say Bondi must testify on April 14. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Andrew Weissmann, and Rep. Maxwell Frost join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump tells reporters his war in Iran will end soon. Also, federal judges rule against Trump on multiple key cases. Plus, Trump signs an executive order targeting mail-in voting. And Rep. Ro Khanna asks King Charles to meet with Epstein survivors during his U.S. visit. Rep. Adam Smith, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3.31.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Terence Crutcher Case Heads to Jury. SCOTUS Race Case. Senators Press 2020 Election Truth After a decade, the white officer who killed Terence Crutcher will finally face a jury for her actions, following an appeals court ruling that Betty Jo Shelby is not entitled to qualified immunity. I will speak with the family attorney and Terence's sister about this significant judicial victory. The Supreme Court Justices have heard arguments regarding a Mississippi death penalty case that raises important issues about race, jury selection, and fairness within the criminal justice system. This follows a 2019 decision in which the Supreme Court overturned another inmate's conviction for similar misconduct involving the same prosecutor and judge. Democratic Senators Richard Blumenthal and Sheldon Whitehouse called out the judicial nominees for failing to admit who won the 2020 presidential election. The Army has suspended four personnel in connection with an incident involving two Apache helicopters flying low over the Nashville home of Kid Rock. We'll also talk to the authors of a new report that outlines the impact of Trump's policies on Black women in business. And in tonight's Shop Black Star Network segment, she went from being homeless to creating jewelry recognized as one of Oprah's Favorite Things. We'll talk to the creative mind behind Valencia Key Jewelry. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy Pelosi told MSNBC that Republicans will "creep into the technology and create a false count" in the 2026 midterms — the exact claim Democrats called the Big Lie for five straight years when Republicans raised election concerns. Larry O'Connor breaks down the staggering hypocrisy from Pelosi, Sheldon Whitehouse, and Ilhan Omar as Democrats lay the groundwork to contest the midterm results — plus Pelosi's devastating 2016 flashback and her ruthless body language when asked about pushing Joe Biden off the ticket. SHOP OUR MERCH: https://store.townhallmedia.com/ BUY A LARRY MUG: https://store.townhallmedia.com/products/larry-mug Watch LARRY with Larry O'Connor LIVE — Monday-Thursday at 12PM Eastern on YouTube, Facebook, & Rumble! Find LARRY with Larry O'Connor wherever you get your podcasts! SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7i8F7K4fqIDmqZSIHJNhMh?si=814ce2f8478944c0&nd=1&dlsi=e799ca22e81b456f APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/larry/id1730596733 Become a Townhall VIP Member today and use promo code LARRY for 50% off: https://townhall.com/subscribe?tpcc=poddescription https://townhall.com/ https://rumble.com/c/c-5769468 https://www.facebook.com/townhallcom/ https://www.instagram.com/townhallmedia/ https://twitter.com/townhallcomBecome a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse joins Marc Elias to expose the SAVE America Act — a Republican voter suppression bill that would hand disenfranchise hundreds of thousands of American citizens. This is not a policy debate. This is a blueprint for stealing elections.Support Democracy Docket's mission:https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/anchor-youtube-friday00:00 Today's Guest: Sheldon Whitehouse00:41 Inside the Save America Act: What Republicans Are Trying to Pass03:49 The Real Goal: Control of Voter Data & Registration07:31 Federal vs State Elections — Why This Shift Matters10:06 Will This Bill Actually Pass the Senate?12:56 Supreme Court Clash Over Voting Laws15:21 What to Watch From the Supreme Court Next19:00 DOJ Ballot Seizures & the Fulton County Raid24:17 Why This Search Warrant Raises Red Flags28:17 Is This a Test Run for Future Elections?31:05 How Ballot Data Could Be Used to Influence Votes35:39 Epstein Files: What's Still Being Hidden?40:19 Is the Government Acting in Trump's Interest?41:52 What Voters Should Do Right Now

Millions of Americans gear up for next weekend's historic ‘No Kings' Day protest; the latest on the war with Iran; Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse weighs in on President Trump's push to pass the SAVE America Act; a deep dive into all the products and goods affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration is pressed on its claim of Iran's “imminent threat.” Also, Jeffrey Epstein's attorney faces the House Oversight Committee. Plus, James Comey is subpoenaed in a Trump Justice Department probe. And Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton wins the Illinois Democratic Senate primary. Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration faces criticism over its Iran military strategy. Also, Donald Trump posts a late-night rant on the federal judiciary. And the U.S. prepares to refund billions of illegal Trump tariffs. Rep. Adam Smith, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Neal Katyal join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

United States Senator Sheldon Whitehouse joins Dan Yorke to discuss the latest on the War in Iran.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats demand answers from Pete Hegseth on the Iran school attack. Also, the Georgia special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff. Plus, Epstein accountant Richard Kahn testifies to Congress. And Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse says the Justice Department and the FBI must retain records on the Epstein files. Rep. Adam Smith, Sen. Jon Ossoff, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse on Trump, Epstein and Putin | The Silicon Valley Billionaire Bros Are Determined to Have the Tech-Industrial Complex Replace the Military-Industrial Complex | The Iran War and the Return of the Neocons backgroundbriefing.org/donate twitter.com/ianmastersmedia bsky.app/profile/ianmastersmedia.bsky.social facebook.com/ianmastersmedia linktr.ee/backgroundbriefing

Tonight on The Last Word: The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global oil markets. Also, the Trump Justice Department's newly released Epstein files reveal at least 21 names of known or suspected survivors. And Trump taps Sen. Markwayne Mullin to replace Kristi Noem as DHS secretary. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Garrett Graff join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 7, 2026Trump switches to a demand for unconditional surrender by Iran, Americans continue to be stranded in the Middle East as war spreads through the region, Violence appears to be the point in Iran war, Hegseth warns representatives from Latin American and Caribbean countries to act more aggressively against drug cartels, Trump suggests he has his sights on Cuba, Billionaires turn a blind eye on Trump's actions, Sheldon Whitehouse suggests connections between policies that help Russia and Trump's friendship with Epstein, The coverup at the DOJ is shielding Trump, Russia -provides information Iran needs to attack US forces.Watch today's recording here: https://www.youtube.com/live/g9TUa1Rwd6U?si=T8_KKcHQZElhpnZ-Get full, free access to Letters from an American here: https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/subscribeYou can also find me:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hcrichardson.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathercoxrichardson/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heathercoxrichardson/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heathercoxrichardson Get full access to Letters from an American at heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/subscribe

Tonight on The Last Word: The name of the fifth U.S. soldier killed in Donald Trump's Iran war is released. Also, Secretary Kristi Noem faces calls to resign during a Senate hearing. Plus, Noem refuses to apologize for her claim that Alex Pretti and Renee Good were “domestic terrorists.” And Attorney General Pam Bondi is subpoenaed over the Justice Department's release of the Epstein files. Sen. Mark Warner, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Jamie Raskin join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Justice Department withheld Epstein documents including some relating to Donald Trump. Also, Democrats demand the Justice Department investigate Attorney General Pam Bondi for potentially lying to Congress. Plus, a teen who spent six days in an ICE facility is targeted by the Department of Homeland Security. And Donald Trump proposes replacing income tax with tariffs. Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Seth Moulton, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Louisiana has passed a number of laws since the pandemic meant to improve students' reading scores — and they appear to be working. In 2019, Louisiana's fourth graders ranked 50th in the country for reading. As of last year, they'd risen to 16th. WWNO and WRKF's education reporter Aubri Juhasz joins us with more. Earlier this month, Louisiana Rep. Troy Carter and Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse paid a visit to the Bayou State. They addressed problems like climate change, failing infrastructure, and the weather-driven insurance crisis. Louisiana Considered's Managing Producer Alana Schreiber caught up with them at a construction site where they discussed finding both short and long-term solutions to these issues.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber.  We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer, Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

Tonight on The Last Word: Survivors are furious at the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files. Also, Sen. Rand Paul casts doubt on the federal probe of the Alex Pretti killing. Plus, The New York Times reports Donald Trump spoke to FBI agents after the Georgia election office raid. And a Texas Democrat flips a solidly red state senate seat. Rep. Ro Khanna, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Texas State Senator-elect Taylor Rehmet join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Former special counsel Jack Smith publicly defends Trump prosecutions. And Donald Trump fixates on Greenland amid cost of living and Jeffrey Epstein woes. Professor Laurence Tribe, Andrew Weissmann, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump threatens tariffs on eight European countries. Also, a federal judge limits ICE action against Minneapolis protesters. Plus, millions of Epstein documents remain unreleased by Trump's Justice Department. And Trump fails to deliver on his promise to lower health care costs. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Sherrod Brown join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: The Trump administration's handling of the Minnesota ICE shooting probe sparks Justice Department resignations. Also, the FBI has not released the recordings of Tom Homan accepting a $50K bribe. Plus, Donald Trump dismisses affordability as a “fake word.” And millions of Epstein documents are still unreleased by Trump's Justice Department. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Sen. Jon Ossoff, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: A 37-year-old woman is shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Also, Sen. Ed Markey questions oil executives over Trump-Venezuela relations. And the House Oversight Committee issues subpoenas in the Epstein case. Marq Claxton, Cedric Alexander, Rob D'Amico, Sen. Ed Markey, and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Best Of episode, we revisit our 2023 conversation with Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. We talked to Sen. Whitehouse about his book, “The Scheme,” which examines how dark money and radical right wing activists worked tirelessly to gain control of the Supreme Court. Sen. Whitehouse lays out all the key players in this effort, including The Federalist Society and Leonard Leo, the main architect of this mission. By filtering dark money through dozens of agencies and blocking Obama's nomination of Merrick Garland, the right wing has a chokehold on the SCOTUS majority. As a result, we've seen rulings that are horrible for abortion rights, climate change, voting rights, and so much more. Sen. Whitehouse also explains some of the ways that the extremist takeover of the judicial system can be reigned in, but it's going to be a fight.  READ Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse's book, “The Scheme”: https://thenewpress.org/books/9781620978344/

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse joins Marc Elias for a sweeping conversation on the state of American democracy—from the tragedy at Brown University to the urgent fight against Supreme Court capture, dark money, and fossil fuel influence. Whitehouse breaks down how billionaire interests engineered a “captured court,” why voting rights and environmental regulation are under attack, and what real Supreme Court reform must look like.Support independent journalism:https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtubeStay informed with the latest news and political analysis:https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtubeFollow Democracy Docket:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.comInstagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocketFacebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocketX/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocketTikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocketThreads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Tonight on The Last Word: Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire at the end of the year. Also, The Washington Post reports Donald Trump pardoned dozens of accused of drug-related crimes. Plus, MS NOW reports Kash Patel's girlfriend asked FBI security detail to drive home her allegedly drunk friend after partying. And Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene links Trump to threats against her family. Sen. Jon Ossoff, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O'Donnell.  To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Trump-ordered investigation into dark money donations to democrat senators finds Dick Durbin and Sheldon Whitehouse tens of thousands of dollars from billionaire Reid Hoffman - who was a friend of Jeffrey Epstein's and visited his island. And Hoffman gave a staggering $76 million to democrats and democrat causes. PA Governor Josh Shapiro calls Kamala Harris a liar and Stephen Miller with a blistering truth bomb: Democrats hate you. Another monster climate hoax melts before our eyes.

Tonight on The Last Word: Fallout grows over a report of Pete Hegseth's alleged order to “kill everybody.” Also, Rachel Maddow's latest podcast, “Burn Order,” explores the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans. And Amanda Gorman takes on a new role as a UNICEF Ambassador. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rachel Maddow, and Amanda Gorman join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump says he signed a bill to release the Epstein files. Also, the Justice Department acknowledges a full grand jury never saw the final James Comey indictment. And Boston Mayor Michelle Wu stands up to “wannabe dictators.” Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Mayor Michelle Wu join Lawrence O'Donnell. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: The House vote on the Senate's funding bill is expected on Wednesday. Also, NBC News reports Ghislaine Maxwell's emails say she is “happier” in minimum security prison. Plus, Trump floats the idea of $2,000 tariff rebate checks. And Trump could be forced to refund his tariffs. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Jason Furman, and Lori Mullins join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a shocking video, sitting liberal Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse outlines the radical liberal agenda to resist, obstruct, and  stop the will of the American people. It's rare that such a glimpse of the internal workings and intent of the Commusocialist (formerly known as Democrat) Party Hierarchy. -------------Subscribe to Doug's YouTube Channel: @TheRightSideDougBillingsPrayerfully consider donating to his show at: www.DougBillings.usSupport the show

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump claims to not know the crypto billionaire he pardoned. Also, Kash Patel lashes out over reports on his use of an FBI jet. Plus, former President Obama campaigns for Abigail Spanberger in Virginia and Rep. Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey. And over 800,000 New Jerseyans depend on SNAP benefits that have been cut by the Trump admin. due to the shutdown. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Sen. Andy Kim join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Congress faces a November 1 deadline to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies. And Donald Trump is criticized for his relationships with autocrats. Plus, Lawrence shares some of his conversation with Rachel Maddow from the recent MSNBC Live '25 event. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Amb. Michael McFaul join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: James Comey appears in federal court for his arraignment. Also, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse calls out Attorney General Pam Bondi's “nonsense.” And Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on Speaker Mike Johnson to bring Republicans back to Washington, D.C. Andrew Weissmann, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Mark Pocan join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump won't rule out pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell. Also, the Trump Justice Department struggles to find prosecutors for the James Comey trial. Plus, Trump gets defensive about health care amid Dem pressure. And Trump cuts nearly $8 billion in clean energy projects. Rep. Robert Garcia, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Suzan DelBene join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump posts a racist fake video after a White House meeting with Democrats. Also, Senate Democrats press the Justice Department to release files on the border czar Tom Homan bribery investigation. Plus, The Wall Street Journal reports on new details about the Ghislaine Maxwell prison transfer after her Justice Department interview. And Oversight Democrats release a third batch of Epstein documents. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Ro Khanna join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: An investigation by The New York Times finds connections between the Trump family's cryptocurrency firm and an agreement granting United Arab Emirates access to A.I. chips. Also, Kash Patel testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Plus, the House Oversight Committee release more Epstein documents. And Donald Trump files a defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. Eric Lipton, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Andrew Weissmann join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tonight on The Last Word: The New York Times reports JPMorgan enabled the crimes of Jeffrey Epstein. Also, Donald Trump claims he never signed the Epstein birthday letter. Plus, the Supreme Court lifts the limits on roving immigration patrols in the Los Angeles area. And the U.S. could refund $1 trillion to American companies if the Supreme Court rules against Trump tariffs. David Enrich, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Jason Furman join Lawrence O'Donnell.