Lawrence: Republicans boycott Trump’s pretend convention as Democratic campaigns find new strength

Lawrence: Republicans boycott Trump’s pretend convention as Democratic campaigns find new strength

September 9, 2026 · 43 min · Episode 20260909

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Lawrence O'Donnell discusses the Alaska Senate race and Trump's influence on the midterms with several guests.

Tonight on The Last Word: Mary Peltola leads incumbent GOP Sullivan in key Alaska Senate race. Plus, Trump looks to make midterms a referendum on his presidency. And Trump gave White House aides $45,000 cash gifts. Mary Peltola, Rep. Chris Pappas, Sen. Mark Kelly, and Andrew Weissman join Lawrence O'Donnell.

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Host: Lawrence O'Donnell

Guests: Mary Peltola, Chris Pappas, Mark Kelly, Andrew Weissman

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Organizations: Republicans, Trump

Places: Alaska

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