The Don Lemon Show

Donald Trump's new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia, is facing fresh scrutiny after a Wall Street Journal report revealed she failed the California bar exam in 2011. Trump has praised her legal credentials, but the revelations are raising fresh questions about the claims he's made and the people he's appointing to his administration. Did Trump mislead the public? Don breaks down the controversy and is joined by author and political commentator Kurt Andersen to examine Trump's increasingly erratic public appearances, his behavior on the campaign trail, and the growing questions surrounding his leadership. Plus: Trump continues to lash out at Black women in positions of power. From New York Attorney General Letitia James to other prominent Black female leaders, the attacks keep coming. Former New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, now running for New York lieutenant governor, joins us to discuss Trump's rhetoric, the challenges facing Black women in leadership, and why she's stepping back into politics. And: New developments in the federal investigation targeting Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. A judge has placed limits on investigators' access to certain records, raising questions about the scope of the Trump administration's probe. Political commentator Jess Craven joins Don to unpack the latest developments and what could happen next.

She's barely started, and the controversy is already brewing. Donald Trump's new White House Press Secretary is facing backlash over her debut performance, raising questions about how long she can survive in one of Washington's toughest jobs. Don and Adam Mockler break down her performance, her legal background, and the growing questions surrounding her ability to handle the White House press corps. Is she already in over her head, or is this just the beginning? FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: / @thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopi... DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests

Kimberly Guilfoyle is out and Donald Trump is distancing himself from his former ally as explosive allegations involving a $100,000 financial request continue to make headlines. Former Trump donor Eric Deters joins Don to discuss the allegations at the center of Guilfoyle's downfall. Deters claims she sought $100,000 from him and offered to use her White House connections to help him. Now, with Guilfoyle forced out of her ambassadorial role, Deters reveals what he says happened behind the scenes, why he decided to go public, and how the controversy engulfed Donald Trump Jr.'s former fiancée. FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: YouTube: youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial TikTok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com DL Tour Dates: dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests

Donald Trump made controversial remarks about federal workers at his rally in Ohio - as new research reveals the staggering impact of his government cuts on black women. A recent study estimates that DOGE's cuts reduced federal employment among Black women by a staggering 25%. Don reacts to Trump's comments, the human cost of his administration's sweeping job cuts and the questions surrounding his government efficiency agenda. Plus, a woman was attacked in the crowd as Trump continued speaking from the stage. We examine the footage, what happened to the woman and the president's reaction as the disturbing scene unfolded. And Tennessee State Representative Justin J. Pearson joins Don to discuss Democrats' push into Republican strongholds, the approaching midterm elections and the battle for control of Congress. FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: YouTube: youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial TikTok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com DL Tour Dates: dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests

BREAKING NEWS: Federal agents have searched the home of Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, escalating a criminal investigation involving one of President Donald Trump's most outspoken political critics. After years of public attacks and political clashes with Trump, Omar is now at the center of a major federal investigation. But the congresswoman is refusing to back down. Don breaks down the stunning developments, what investigators are looking into, and the serious questions surrounding the timing and implications of the search. Is this a legitimate criminal investigation, or another example of the Trump administration's alleged weaponization of federal law enforcement against political opponents? We examine what is known, what remains unanswered, and what this means for American democracy. FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: YouTube: youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial TikTok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com DL Tour Dates: dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests

Former Trump donor Eric Deters says Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.'s former fiancée and now U.S. Ambassador to Greece, asked him to pay off a $100,000 American Express bill while promising access to Trump's White House. Deters joins Don with what he says are the receipts, then the two go head-to-head on MAGA, patriotism and race in America. GUEST: Eric Deters FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests

California Congressman Robert Garcia joins Don Lemon for an explosive conversation about mounting allegations of corruption within the Trump administration, and the ongoing battle for transparency surrounding the Epstein files. As scrutiny of the administration intensifies, Garcia discusses congressional investigations, demands for accountability, and whether those surrounding the president will ever face consequences. We also have the latest on the ICE shooting in New York City. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/donlemon Lean: Visit takelean.com and use promo code LEMON Chapter: Call 212-931-0855 for help with Medicare FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests 0:00 Trump's grifts exposed 5:02 The Kimberly Guilfoyle allegations 8:43 Congressman Robert Garcia joins Don 23:11 Sponsor: Chapter 24:10 Jolly Good Ginger on the ICE shooting 41:22 Sponsor: BetterHelp 42:21 Sponsor: Lean 43:23 NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams 49:55 Closing thoughts

With the midterm elections approaching, all eyes are on Florida. Could the Sunshine State be heading for a political shake-up? Don is LIVE in Florida for a special political conversation with Florida gubernatorial candidate David Jolly and U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon. From Donald Trump and the political climate to the economy, voter frustration and the battle for Florida's future, Don puts the tough questions to two candidates hoping to change the state's political landscape. The event is presented by U.S. Representative Frederica S. Wilson and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter, as part of the 10th Annual Pumps, Pearls and Politics event. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/donlemon Lean: Visit takelean.com and use promo code LEMON Chapter: Call 212-931-0855 for help with Medicare FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests 0:00 Don Lemon takes the stage 2:07 Can Florida turn blue? 4:00 David Jolly joins Don 5:09 Why Jolly left the Republican Party 8:47 Can Democrats win Florida? 14:34 Jolly vs. Byron Donalds 18:40 Housing, healthcare and education 20:20 Election night predictions 23:28 Sponsor: Chapter 24:20 Angie Nixon joins Don 25:56 Responding to JD Vance 29:50 Why Nixon joined DSA 33:01 The fight for health care 35:41 Taking on Ashley Moody 38:18 Holding the line in the Senate 40:50 Don on choosing candidates 42:27 Sponsor: BetterHelp 43:29 Sponsor: Lean 44:23 Black voters and the Democratic Party 47:58 Holding leaders accountable 51:20 Lowering costs for families 54:29 Rep. Frederica Wilson closes the night

Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins Don LIVE after a public clash surrounding President Trump's appearance in Maryland. Plus, MORE leaked audio from Ken Paxton is making waves, and we break down the shocking developments involving Andrew Tate and his ties to figures in Trump's orbit. Don has the latest headlines, the receipts and the conversations driving the day. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/donlemon Lean: Visit takelean.com and use promo code LEMON Chapter: Call 212-931-0855 for help with Medicare FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests 13:11 Sponsor: Chapter 35:22 Sponsor: BetterHelp 36:17 Sponsor: Lean

Donald Trump is escalating his rhetoric on Iran, suggesting Los Angeles and San Diego could be "taken out," then warning the conflict could end the "nice way or the not so nice way." But when Trump was confronted about his comments at the White House, he walked away without answering. Don breaks down the extraordinary remarks and what they could mean for millions of Americans. Joining the conversation: Pat Spearman, retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel and former Nevada state senator, and Isaac Bryan, California Assemblymember representing part of Los Angeles, to discuss Trump's Iran threats and the risks of escalation. SPONSORS: BetterHelp: Visit betterhelp.com/donlemon Lean: Visit takelean.com and use promo code LEMON FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests 0:00 Introduction and context 3:09 Trump's controversial comments 8:06 Distractions and accountability 11:36 Questionable campaign expenditures 13:40 The Maryland shipyard event 17:02 Panel discussion on national security 32:33 Sponsor: BetterHelp 33:30 Sponsor: Lean 34:21 Final thoughts on presidential fitness 47:13 Show wrap-up and announcements

Donald Trump promised to drain the swamp. But now "ICE Barbie" Kristi Noem and others in Trump's inner circle are facing scrutiny over taxpayer money, government contracts and alleged conflicts of interest. Don breaks down the controversies surrounding the Trump administration, the money involved and the questions demanding answers. Trump promised to clean up Washington, so what's happening inside his own White House? FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: / @thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopi... DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests

Former White House Communications director Anthony Scaramucci joins Don to break down Donald Trump's extraordinary TIME interview, his concerns about Democrats taking control of Congress, and his statement that he would consider pardoning members of his administration. What does Trump's answer reveal about how he's approaching the midterms and what could happen if Democrats take control on Capitol Hill? Scaramucci weighs in on Trump, the Republican Party and the battle for Congress. FIND THE DON LEMON SHOW: Youtube: / @thedonlemonshow Substack: https://substack.com/@donlemon Facebook: facebook.com/donlemon Instagram: instagram.com/donlemonofficial Tik Tok: tiktok.com/@donlemonofficial LEMON NATION: Website: donlemon.com Buy Merch: https://don-lemon-merch-store.myshopi... DL Tour Dates: https://www.dlplusdl.com BUSINESS ENQUIRES: Contact [email protected] for any advertising or interview requests