About this episode

The episode discusses Trump's handling of the Iran war and the economy, along with GOP redistricting efforts and testimonies related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Tonight on The Last Word: Americans sour on Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran war and the economy. Also, GOP redistricting efforts expand in southern states. Plus, Trump Cabinet member Howard Lutnick testifies to the House Oversight Committee about Jeffrey Epstein. And the Trump Justice Department sues Denver over its assault weapons ban. Sen. Cory Booker, Rep. Ro Khanna, and Mayor Mike Johnston join Jacob Soboroff.

People in this episode

Host: Lawrence O'Donnell

Guests: Howard Lutnick, Cory Booker, Ro Khanna, Mike Johnston

Topics covered

• Iran war
• Donald Trump
• GOP redistricting
• House Oversight Committee
• Jeffrey Epstein
• assault weapons ban

Keywords

• Trump
• Iran war
• GOP
• redistricting
• Howard Lutnick
• Jeffrey Epstein
• assault weapons ban
• House Oversight Committee

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: House Oversight Committee, Trump Justice Department

Places: Denver

More episodes of The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

• GOP seek $1 billion from taxpayers for Trump’s ballroom · May 8, 2026 · 43 min
• 69 days of Trump’s war and no deal has been reached · May 7, 2026 · 43 min
• Hegseth: Ceasefire ’not over’ as U.S., Iran exchange fire in Strait · May 5, 2026 · 43 min

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell podcast page.