The Don Lemon Show

Juneteenth Special | The Fight for Freedom Isn't Over with Yusef Jackson

20 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with Yusef Jackson, President and CEO of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, for a powerful conversation about the true meaning of Juneteenth an...

EXCLUSIVE: Kamala Harris on 2028, Donald Trump & America's Future

19 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with former Vice President Kamala Harris for an unfiltered conversation about the state of the nation, the threats facing American democ...

Juneteenth Special | Ben Vereen on The Gray House & Preserving Black History

19 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with legendary actor Ben Vereen for a conversation about his new production, The Gray House, and the enduring importance of preserving B...

Juneteenth Special | Byron Allen: Don't Let White Media Define Black America!

19 Jun 2026

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Today is Juneteenth, and we're bringing you special programming all day long to honor the holiday and reflect on its meaning. Don sits down with media...

Michelle Obama ROASTS Donald Trump!

18 Jun 2026

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The Knicks are NBA champions, but should they head to the White House? After James Dolan announced the team plans to visit, questions are already swir...

Is Gen Z Finally Turning on Trump?

18 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with Gen Z historian Kahlil Greene for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the nation, the Knicks' incredible run, and whethe...

Why Hollywood Chose Obama Over Trump! With Hollywood Unlocked's Jason Lee

18 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with Hollywood Unlocked founder Jason Lee for an unfiltered conversation about politics, culture, and the battle for democracy. They dis...

Elon Musk's Ex Drops BIGGER Bombshells About MAGA, Trump & Don's Arrest | Part 2

17 Jun 2026

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If you thought Part One was explosive, just wait. In Part Two, Ashley St. Clair drops even more bombshells as she goes deeper into her relationship wi...

Another Loss For Trump! What Does the New Iran Deal Actually Mean?

17 Jun 2026

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Join Don for a special 2pm ET livestream with journalist Michael Weiss as they unpack the latest developments in Iran and the proposed U.S.-Iran agree...

The Elon Musk Bombshells, Iran Negotiations & JD Vance on The View

17 Jun 2026

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This morning, we're diving into the fallout from the explosive revelations that dropped in Don's interview with Ashley St. Clair. The internet is stil...

Ashley St. Clair Drops Bombshells About MAGA, Elon Musk & Don Lemon's Case | Part 1

16 Jun 2026

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The secrets. The lawsuits. The Elon drama. In this jaw-dropping first installment, former MAGA influencer and Elon Musk ex, Ashley St. Clair joins Don...

Jennifer Welch Couldn't Believe the Elon Musk Bombshell From Ashley St. Clair

16 Jun 2026

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Before Ashley St. Clair's bombshell interview drops tonight, Don sits down with Jennifer Welch to unpack the revelations that left everyone stunned. F...

Don Lemon & George Hahn Break Down America's Latest Absurdity

16 Jun 2026

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Don is joined by friend of the show George Hahn for a hilarious, unfiltered look at the state of the nation. From the absurd UFC spectacle taking over...

Congressman Ro Khanna on Trump's Iran Deal, the UFC Spectacle & Democrats' Future

15 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with Congressman Ro Khanna for a candid conversation about Trump's new Iran deal, the spectacle surrounding the White House UFC event, a...

The White House Made a Media Offenders List... It May Backfire

15 Jun 2026

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Tonight, Don sits down with Brian Tyler Cohen to discuss the White House's so-called "media offenders" list, a blatant attempt to intimidate and discr...

Congresswoman Joyce Beatty's Win on Removing Trump's Name From the Kennedy Center

15 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with Congresswoman Joyce Beatty following the successful effort to remove Trump's name from the Kennedy Center. Together, they discuss w...

Donald Trump's Tacky UFC Birthday Party Is an Embarrassment!

15 Jun 2026

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This morning, we're breaking down Trump's bizarre UFC birthday celebration on the White House lawn. Is this the People's House or a reality pay-per-vi...

Trump's Health, The UFC Event & A Nation on Edge

14 Jun 2026

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From growing questions about Trump's health to the outrage surrounding the Karmelo Anthony case, Don looks back at the biggest stories of the week and...

A Very Bad Week For MAGA & Donald Trump

13 Jun 2026

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This week was anything but boring. From Trump storming out of a tough interview and getting mercilessly booed at a Knicks game, to MAGA pushing electi...

Don Lemon & Jennifer Welch on Trump's Big Baby Energy & MAGA's Obsession With the LGBTQ+ Community

12 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Don sits down with the one and only Jennifer Welch for an unfiltered, hilarious breakdown of the week's biggest headlines, from Trump getting merciles...

The Trump-Epstein "Nipplegate" Bombshell Everyone Is Discussing

12 Jun 2026

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New reporting is raising explosive questions about Donald Trump's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, the White House's alleged efforts to shield him from scruti...

Donald Trump Is Turning the White House Into a Tacky Corporate Circus!

12 Jun 2026

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Don breaks down Trump's increasingly tacky transformation of the White House, from UFC birthday bash vibes to over-the-top branding that has critics a...

D.L. Hughley on Trump, the Knicks & the Karmelo Anthony Case

11 Jun 2026

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Tonight, we take a closer look at the case of Karmelo Anthony and the difficult conversations it raises about race, justice, and the historical polici...

Donald Trump Says He Loves Inflation...WHAT?!

11 Jun 2026

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Don breaks down Trump's latest head-scratching comments about inflation, and people are wondering... did he really just say that? 😳 As Americans co...

Crazy Comeback For The Knicks & Donald Trump's Failing Health!

11 Jun 2026

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This morning, we're breaking down the Knicks' unbelievable win and the growing questions surrounding Trump's health. Is it just political chatter, or ...

Did Donald Trump Really Jinx the Knicks? We Asked New Yorkers

10 Jun 2026

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Tonight, Don is back on the streets of New York to check in with Knicks fans ahead of the next big game. Is the energy different now that Trump isn't ...

The Boos Heard Round the World: Americans Are Fed Up With Donald Trump!

10 Jun 2026

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The Boos were LOUD! Donald Trump got a reception he never expected, and Democrats just sent a message of their own in Maine. Is America entering a new...

Rep. Ilhan Omar on Iran, Trump’s Corruption, & DC Sex Scandals!

09 Jun 2026

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Don sits down with Congresswoman Ilhan Omar for a candid conversation about rising tensions with Iran, the latest allegations of corruption surroundin...

Donald Trump & MAGA's Spencer Pratt Election Fraud LIES!

09 Jun 2026

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Tonight, Don takes on the latest conspiracy theory making the rounds: the absurd claim that the Los Angeles election was somehow "stolen" from former ...

The Graham Platner Controversy Raises a Bigger Question for Democrats

09 Jun 2026

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Don breaks down the growing controversies surrounding Graham Platner and what they could mean for one of the most closely watched political battlegrou...

Did Donald Trump Cost the Knicks the Game?

09 Jun 2026

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The Knicks lost, New Yorkers are blaming Trump, and social media is in full meltdown mode. 😳🏀 This morning, we break down the game, the backlash...

Donald Trump, Please Don't Jinx the Knicks!

08 Jun 2026

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Tonight, Don hits the streets of New York City to ask Knicks fans the question everyone is talking about: how do they feel about Donald Trump showing ...

NYC Knicks Fans Have a Message For Donald Trump!

08 Jun 2026

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Don hit the streets of New York City to ask Knicks fans how they feel about Donald Trump coming to town for the Finals, and let's just say, New Yorker...

HOT TOPICS | Scott Pelley Speaks Out Against CBS & Donald Trump Walks Out of Interview

08 Jun 2026

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This morning, we're celebrating two rare wins for journalism. 🔥 Scott Pelley spoke out about what was happening behind the scenes at CBS, reminding...

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Holy Sh*t, Donald Trump Had A Bad Week!

05 Jun 2026

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Tonight, we are joined by none other than the Mooch! Anthony will break down Trump's terrible week in a way that only a former Trump insider can. Are ...

HOT TOPICS | Sleepy Donnie Can't Stay Awake! Is He In Mental Decline?!

05 Jun 2026

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This morning, we are exploring the near-daily occurrence of the President of the United States falling asleep at the job. Cabinet meetings, Oval Offic...

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump Just Keeps Losing!

04 Jun 2026

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Tonight, we break down a string of setbacks for Trump, from the collapse of the slush fund plan, to the war powers fight, to resistance over ballroom ...

HOT TOPICS | What Happens When MAGA Is Confronted By Facts?!

04 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This morning, we're diving into a question that keeps coming up in American politics: why do so many MAGA influencers and pundits seem completely unpr...

BOMBSHELL: Fired Journalist Scott Pelley Exposes CBS Lies!

04 Jun 2026

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The fallout continues after the firing of CBS icon Scott Pelley, with many questioning what it means for the future of 60 Minutes and the credibility ...

GOP Lawmakers Revolt Against Trump Over National Intelligence Pick

03 Jun 2026

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Don breaks down the growing backlash to Trump’s appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, a pick that is drawing critic...

Fired CBS Icon Scott Pelley EXPOSES MAGA Media Bosses!

03 Jun 2026

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Scott Pelley is out. This morning, Don dives into the fallout from Pelley's firing and the slow death of the CBS and 60 Minutes legacy. Is this anothe...

Another Day, Another Scandal...Why Are DC Politicians So Horny?!

02 Jun 2026

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Tonight, we're diving into the latest scandalous headlines coming out of Washington, and let's just say some politicians seem a lot more focused on th...

Don Lemon & Jennifer Welch ROAST Trump's Awful Taste!

02 Jun 2026

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Don sits down once again with the hilarious Jennifer Welch, co-host of I've Had It, for a conversation on the endlessly tacky decor that Donald Trump ...

Spencer Pratt's Run for LA Mayor: From Reality TV to Politics... Again!

02 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This morning, we dive into the race for Los Angeles mayor where former reality TV star Spencer Pratt is running. A celebrity with no real governing ex...

Donald Trump’s Slush Fund Collapses as America Fractures!

01 Jun 2026

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Tonight, Trump’s controversial slush fund appears to be dead, and the biggest surprise? His own party may have killed it. 😳 Then Don is joined by...

Republicans Held a Moment of Silence for Derek Chauvin...WTF?!

01 Jun 2026

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Don reacts to the outrageous moment Minnesota Republicans held a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin, the man convicted of murdering George Floyd. Ser...

Donald Trump's Summer Celebrations Are Falling Apart!

01 Jun 2026

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Trump's big summer celebrations are turning into a summer headache. 😳 Artists are backing out, organizers are scrambling, and the administration ap...

Paxton Wins, Alabama Fights Back & Trump Builds a UFC Arena

31 May 2026

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Today, we look back at the chaos: construction begins on Trump’s UFC spectacle at the White House, Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn in a bitter GOP pr...

Trump’s Health, CBS Meltdown & The Slush Fund Scandal

30 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What a week. 😳 Tonight, we look back at some of the biggest stories making headlines: a major update in Don’s legal case, California Governor Gav...

Don Lemon & Jennifer Welch Expose MAGA Sex Scandal Secrets & Lies!

29 May 2026

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Don sits down with the hilarious Jennifer Welch, co-host of I've Had It, for a brutally funny conversation about the seemingly endless stream of scand...

Young People Are Done With Corporate Media!

29 May 2026

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This morning, we dive into the growing fallout at CBS as the network faces criticism from all sides, and then came the moment nobody saw coming. A stu...

D.L. Hughley Slams Donald Trump & MAGA!

28 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight is going to be absolutely unhinged in the best way possible. 🔥 Don is joined by the one and only D. L. Hughley, who is taking aim at Trump,...

The Knicks Gave NYC Hope Again. Don't Let Donald Trump Destroy It!

28 May 2026

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Don sits down with sports journalist Pablo Torre to break down why the New York Knicks’ playoff run has become more than basketball, it’s become t...

Are The Dems Finally Finding Their Spine in The Fight Against Donald Trump & MAGA?!

28 May 2026

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This morning, we ask the question many frustrated voters have been screaming for months: are Democrats finally growing a spine? 😳 After years of wa...

BREAKING: Major Updates In Don Lemon's Freedom of the Press Case

27 May 2026

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Breaking developments tonight in Don Lemon’s arrest case, and the implications could go far beyond one person. Free speech, press freedom, and polit...

Texas Senate Race Locked: It's CROOK vs. CHOIR BOY!

27 May 2026

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Don is joined by Mike Nellis to discuss last night's Republican primary in Texas. Trump-backed and scandal-plagued Ken Paxton crushed Trump foe John C...

The GOP’s Corruption Problem Keeps Growing!

27 May 2026

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This morning, we dive into the growing parade of corruption, scandal, and extremism shaping today’s Republican Party. We start with Ken Paxton, whos...

Donald Trump's Racist Redistricting Plans Are Failing!

26 May 2026

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Tonight, we break down the major redistricting setbacks handed to Trump allies in Alabama and South Carolina as courts continue pushing back against m...

Another Walter Reed Visit...How Sick Is Donald Trump?!

26 May 2026

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This morning, we dive into the latest chaos surrounding Iran after yet another supposed “peace deal” appears to be falling apart amid renewed stri...

Don Lemon and Kara Swisher Go Head-to-Head on the State of Media

25 May 2026

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Don sits down with Kara Swisher at the Truth Tellers Summit for a brutally honest conversation about the state of media, the rise of independent journ...

Donald Trump Goes on A Truth Social Rant on Memorial Day

25 May 2026

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Don goes OFF on Donald Trump’s bizarre Memorial Day behavior after the former president spent the holiday ranting on Truth Social, demanding peace d...

Godfrey Takes On the Kevin Hart Roast & Black MAGA!

25 May 2026

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This morning is going OFF. 🔥 Don sits down with comedian Godfrey to break down the outrage over the Kevin Hart roast and ask the obvious question: ...

The Pressure on Trump Is Building Fast!

24 May 2026

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Another chaotic week is behind us, and the cracks are getting harder to ignore. Trump’s approval ratings are sliding fast, the fallout from Thomas M...

Trump Corruption, Christian Nationalism & Colbert’s Exit

23 May 2026

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Another absolutely chaotic week is in the books. From Trump’s absurd IRS settlement drama to the $1.8 billion slush fund for allies and loyalists, t...

Tulsi Gabbard OUT & Donald Trump's Iran War Chaos Continues

22 May 2026

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Tonight, we dive into the bombshell resignation of Tulsi Gabbard and the growing questions surrounding Donald Trump’s next move on Iran. After weeks...

Donald Trump Says He Won’t Attend His Own Son’s Wedding!? 😳

22 May 2026

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Don breaks down Donald Trump’s bizarre comments about not attending his own son’s wedding because apparently… he has other things to do? He see...

Stephen Colbert's Last Show & the Monsters Applying for Trump's Slush Fund Money

22 May 2026

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This morning, we break down the fallout from Stephen Colbert’s final show and the growing outrage over who’s now lining up for Trump’s $1.8 bill...

DL Hughley Goes Off on Trump, MAGA and Colbert Cancellation!

22 May 2026

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Tonight is going to be WILD. 🔥 Don is joined by the one and only D. L. Hughley and trust us… he is NOT holding back. From Trump and MAGA chaos to...

Colbert Canceled, DC Officers Sue the Government & GOP Pushes Back on Slush Fund

21 May 2026

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Trump is getting VERY bad news! GOP lawmakers are starting to push back against the $1.8 billion slush fund, two DC officers tied to January 6 are no...

EXCLUSIVE: First Black Woman Governor!? With Keisha Lance Bottoms

20 May 2026

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Tonight, we break down the growing fallout from Donald Trump’s leadership, from rising economic anxiety to escalating global tensions and mounting q...

The Economy is in Shambles & Americans are Pissed Off!

20 May 2026

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Don sits down with Democratic strategist and friend of the show Mike Nellis to break down the latest primary results, the fallout from Thomas Massie’...

Massie Is Out… But Trump May Have a Problem

20 May 2026

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This morning, we break down the latest primary election results and what they reveal about Donald Trump’s tightening grip on the Republican Party. R...

Donald Trump's $1.8 Billion Slush Fund Scandal Explodes!

19 May 2026

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Tonight, we dive into the growing outrage surrounding reports of a massive $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded pool that could be used to reward Donald Trump...

Donald Trump Is Giving Your Money to Criminals!

19 May 2026

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Don chats with Representative Dan Goldman for a powerful conversation aboard the ferry to Ellis Island, a fitting backdrop for a discussion about immi...

Trump's $1.8 Billion Slush Fund Looks a Lot Like MAGA Reparations!

19 May 2026

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This morning, we break down the massive $1.8 billion taxpayer-funded pool that critics say could be used to benefit Donald Trump’s allies, inner cir...

Trump Drops IRS Lawsuit in Exchange For $1.7 Billion Fund for His Allies!

18 May 2026

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Tonight, we dive into the growing controversy surrounding reports of a massive $1.7 billion pool of taxpayer money that can reportedly be used to bene...

Trump & MAGA's Growing Push for Christian Nationalism

18 May 2026

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This weekend’s “Rededicate 250” prayer event was framed by supporters as a patriotic and spiritual gathering celebrating America’s founding va...

Donald Trump Panics As Poll Numbers Plummet!

18 May 2026

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This morning, we’ve got a lot to unpack. Donald Trump’s polling numbers are sliding, his weekend prayer event reportedly drew far less enthusiasm ...

Trump’s China Trip, Voting Rights Battles & the Kevin Hart Roast

17 May 2026

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Another chaotic week is behind us, and today we look back at the stories that shaped it, and ahead to what could come next. Donald Trump traveled to C...

Trump Said He Doesn’t Think About Your Finances?!

16 May 2026

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Another week, another avalanche of chaos. This week, questions surrounding Donald Trump’s mental health continued to grow louder, the Supreme Court ...

Donald Trump’s Policies Are Crushing American Farmers!

15 May 2026

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Tonight, Don takes a deep dive into the growing economic pain hitting America’s farmers , and why many rural voters who overwhelmingly backed Donal...

Donald Trump’s Global Failure Is Costing You Money!

15 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Good morning and welcome back to the chaos. Today we’re breaking down Donald Trump’s latest trip to China , and why it’s looking more like a glo...

How Can Black Voters Support MAGA?!

14 May 2026

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Don sits down with journalist and political commentator Ahmed Baba for a candid conversation about the current state of the MAGA movement and the grow...

Voters Are Fed Up With MAGA's Racist Policies!

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight, we’re bringing you voices from the ground. Don hit the streets to ask everyday people what they’re thinking about the state of the countr...

HOT TOPICS | DONALD TRUMP IS LOSING IT! Questions About Trump’s Mental Fitness Keep Growing!

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This morning, we break down all the latest chaos coming out of Washington, D.C.. Donald Trump is overseas in China praising Xi Jinping while continuin...

Donald Trump Does Not Care About Americans!

13 May 2026

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Tonight, we break down the growing economic pain being felt across the country and the policies that are making it worse. Gas prices are soaring, rece...

Barack Obama is Living Rent Free in Donald Trump's Head!

13 May 2026

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Don sits down with friend of the show Mike Nellis to talk about one thing Donald Trump just cannot seem to quit: Barack Obama. Obama appeared in Texas...

This Economy Is Hurting Everyday Americans...But Trump Doesn't Think About It!

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This morning, we break down the growing economic pain being felt across the country and the role Trump’s policies are playing in it. Gas prices are ...

Could Athlete Activism Fight MAGA Redistricting?

12 May 2026

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Tonight, we break down the state of the American economy, and for a lot of people, things are feeling bleak. Inflation remains high, recession fears a...

The Redistricting Fight Could Change Everything!

12 May 2026

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This morning, we break down the growing fallout from the latest redistricting battles and the mounting concerns about efforts aimed at weakening Black...

Chelsea Handler & Sheryl Underwood on The Kevin Hart Roast!

12 May 2026

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Tonight, we dive into the controversy surrounding the recent roast of Kevin Hart. Critics say the event crossed the line into vulgarity, sexism, and r...

Iran, Redistricting, Mifepristone & a Growing Hantavirus Scare

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Good morning, Lemon Nation 🍋 A lot to unpack this morning. Iran has responded to Donald Trump’s latest proposal with a new set of demands that Tr...

The Economy, the Polls & Voting Rights Fallout!

10 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Another chaotic week is in the books, and the stakes just keep getting higher. From growing economic anxiety and rising costs to new polling showing i...

A Special Mother’s Day Conversation with Don & Mom

10 May 2026

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In this special Mother’s Day conversation, Don sits down with the woman who knows him best, his mom 💛 The two share heartfelt stories, laughs, an...

Trump Rants at Kids, Kash Attacks the Media & the Optics of the Met Gala

09 May 2026

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Another week, another round of absolute chaos. From Donald Trump turning a children’s event in the Oval Office into a rambling lecture about war and...

Cruelty for Profit? Inside ICE Prisons

09 May 2026

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Don sits down with journalist Nick Valencia to discuss his latest reporting from inside the private prisons being used to hold ICE detainees. The conv...

Redistricting & Democracy: What’s Happening to Voting Rights?!

08 May 2026

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Tonight, we break down the escalating redistricting battles happening across the country and the growing concerns about MAGA efforts to reducing Black...

Don On The Scene: Young Voters Are Struggling to Find Jobs!

08 May 2026

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This afternoon, Don takes it to the streets to hear directly from the people, because right now, folks are fed up. Today’s jobs report technically c...

Voting Rights, Young Voters, and Growing Fear Around the Hantavirus!

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This morning, we’ve got a lot to unpack. First, we head to Tennessee to break down the escalating redistricting fight and growing concerns about eff...

Bombshell Epstein Revelations & a Voting Rights Battle!

07 May 2026

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Tonight, we’ve got a LOT to unpack. First, new bombshell developments in the Epstein saga. Tara Palmeri joins us to break down the latest revelation...