The Don Lemon Show

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, the corruption headlines just keep getting worse.
Meanwhile, there was at least some hopeful news: Keisha Lance Bottoms scored a major primary victory and could now become the first Black woman governor in American history.
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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 of tension over Iran policy and reports of internal clashes inside the administration, Gabbard is suddenly out, and now Trump is hinting that more action could be coming. Things are getting VERY messy.

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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 seems to find plenty of time to go golfing.
After recently saying he doesn’t care about the struggles of everyday Americans, it seems pretty clear that he doesn't care about his own children either.
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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 billion slush fund money.
From attacks on free speech to blatant political corruption, the chaos just keeps escalating.
Don is joined by Joy Reid to unpack all of it, and trust us, this is a conversation you don't want to miss!

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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 the $1.8 billion slush fund and the fallout over Stephen Colbert, nothing is off limits tonight.
Sharp takes, brutal honesty, and zero patience for the nonsense. You do not want to miss this one.

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