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Bombshell Epstein Revelations & a Voting Rights Battle! May 07, 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 revelations, growing questions about Epstein's network, and the fallout from a closed-door hearing involving Howard Lutnick and reported ties now back in the spotlight. We'll also discuss the newly surfaced "suicide note" and why it's already fueling even more speculation and controversy. Then we turn to breaking news out of Tennessee, where Republicans have redrawn congressional maps to dismantles the state's only majority-Black district. We're joined by Tennessee State Representative Justin Jones and civil rights activist Gary Chambers to break it all down. And finally, we pivot to the state of the free press and why independent journalism matters now more than ever with journalist and author Sophia Nelson. A packed night covering power, accountability, democracy, and the stories shaping the country right now. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Aura Frames. Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DONLEMON. Promo Code DONLEMON This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply

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Don On The Scene in London: What do Londoners Think of Trump & America?! May 07, 2026

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Don hits the streets of London to hear directly from everyday people about how America is being viewed abroad right now. From Donald Trump to the war in Iran, Don asks Londoners what they think about the current state of the U.S., America's role on the world stage, and whether confidence in American leadership is changing. The answers are honest, surprising, and at times brutally blunt.

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Another Iran War Pivot & Rubio's Trip to the Vatican Amid Growing Tensions! May 07, 2026

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This morning, we break down the latest twists in the Iran crisis as the U.S. waits on Iran's response to a proposed framework aimed at ending the conflict. The messaging continues to shift by the hour, talks, threats, ceasefires, sanctions, military pressure...it's becoming increasingly difficult to tell what the actual strategy is anymore. We'll also discuss Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to the Vatican to meet with Pope Leo XIV after months of tensions fueled by Donald Trump's repeated attacks on the pope over the Iran war and other issues. Then we pivot back to the growing list of legal and political cases raising concerns about the state of American democracy, including the Louise Lucas case and broader questions about the use of government power, political retaliation, and election interference fears ahead of the midterms. Don is in transit this morning, so attorney, legal analyst, and friend of the show Monique Pressley will be guest hosting. Want to see more from Monique Pressley? Check out her channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/MoniquePressleyTV This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Aura Frames. Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DONLEMON. Promo Code DONLEMON This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply

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Donald Trump is Out for Revenge! May 06, 2026

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Don sits down with political analyst Mike Nellis to break down a series of legal and political battles that could have major implications for the future of American democracy. From Donald Trump's latest effort to use the courts and DOJ to avoid paying E. Jean Carroll, to the FBI raid involving a Virginia lawmaker tied to redistricting fights, to reports that Kash Patel is pushing investigations into The Atlantic, the lines between governance, politics, and personal retaliation are raising serious concerns.

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Is the Trump Administration Using Government Agencies For Personal Revenge?! May 06, 2026

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Tonight, we break down the latest developments in the Iran war as confusion continues around the ceasefire, the Strait of Hormuz, and what the administration's actual strategy is supposed to be. Then we turn to a series of legal and political battles raising major questions about power, accountability, and the state of American democracy. Donald Trump is again trying to avoid paying E. Jean Carroll, this time with help from a Justice Department argument now headed toward the courts. Meanwhile, the FBI raided the office of a Virginia lawmaker tied to a redistricting push, and Kash Patel is facing scrutiny after reports that the FBI is investigating The Atlantic. The growing use of government power for political pressure, personal grievances, and revenge is beyond concerning. So where is the line, and what happens when the institutions meant to protect democracy are increasingly used to destroy it? This episode is brought to you by Aura Frames. Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DONLEMON. Promo Code DONLEMON This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon For free and unbiased Medicare help, dial 212-931-0855 to speak with my trusted partner, Chapter, or go to https://askchapter.org/don DISCLAIMER: Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan's contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don't directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. Average potential savings are based on realized premium, co-pay, and out of pocket savings estimates self-reported by consumers that worked with Chapter Advisory LLC to enroll in a Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage, and/or Part D Prescription Drug Plan. The average is limited to consumers that chose to self-report. Savings information is subject to periodic updates and corrections. There is no guarantee of savings and any savings may vary by policy type, state, or other factors.

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The Iran War Crisis Is Hurting MAGA...Will It Hand Dems The Midterms? May 06, 2026

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This morning, we break down the nonstop confusion surrounding the Iran war. Is the conflict winding down, or are we right back on the brink again? The messaging keeps changing by the hour. One minute the ceasefire is "holding," the next there are new attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and fresh threats flying back and forth. And then there's the Strait itself. The administration's latest "goal" is to reopen it… even though global shipping was flowing before this conflict spiraled in the first place. Meanwhile, gas prices remain painfully high and Americans are left wondering what exactly the strategy is supposed to be. Then we turn to the primaries, where early polling and election results are giving Democrats reasons for optimism heading into the midterms. With Trump's approval numbers slipping and cracks continuing to show inside MAGA, is the political landscape starting to shift? This episode is brought to you by Aura Frames. Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DONLEMON. Promo Code DONLEMON This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon

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Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump Rants At Group Of Confused Children in the Oval Office! May 05, 2026

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Tonight, we break down yet another surreal moment out of the White House. Donald Trump gathered a group of kids in the Oval Office to revive the Presidential Fitness Test… and somehow turned it into a rambling, off-script spectacle. What was supposed to be a lighthearted event about fitness quickly veered into talk of war, politics, and familiar election claims, leaving even the kids in the room looking a little confused. From discussing the Iran conflict in stark terms to revisiting long-debunked narratives, the moment raised a bigger question: what are we actually watching unfold here? This episode is brought to you by Aura Frames. Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DONLEMON. Promo Code DONLEMON This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-675-4090 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Lemon. Average savings based on borrowers who save over $199.99

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Trump's Wealth Soars & Celebs Show Off At Met Gala As Americans Struggle May 05, 2026

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This morning, we break down the staggering wealth on display in and around the Trump administration, and the growing disconnect between those at the top and everyone else. While many Americans are dealing with rising costs and economic uncertainty, Donald Trump's finances, and the benefits flowing to those in his orbit, are under increasing scrutiny. At the same time, the ultra-elite are gathering for events like the Met Gala, sponsored by Jeff Bezos, in a moment that feels… a little out of touch. So who's actually benefiting right now, and what does it say about where things are headed? This episode is brought to you by Aura Frames. Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DONLEMON. Promo Code DONLEMON This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon

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Most Americans Think Donald Trump is Mentally & Physically Unfit to Be President! May 04, 2026

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Tonight, we break down new, eye-opening polling showing that a majority of Americans now question whether Donald Trump is mentally and physically fit to serve as president. As concerns grow around his public behavior, messaging, and leadership, this shift in perception could have major implications for the political landscape moving forward. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is brought to you by Aura Frames. Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/DONLEMON. Promo Code DONLEMON This episode is sponsored by FFRF. Visit https://ffrf.us/don or text DON 511511 to join or learn more. Because freedom belongs to all of us. Text Fees May Apply

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Donald Trump Says We Don't Want to Be Stuck With A Moron As President... May 04, 2026

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Don breaks down some of the most head-scratching moments from Donald Trump's speech in The Villages. From confidently claiming prices are down (really?!) to proposing cognitive tests for future presidents, the contradictions and irony are doing a lot of heavy lifting here.

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