The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell Lawrence: Congressional Republicans are stuck with Donald Trump. And they know that it's hopeless.
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Nov 26, 2025 
In this discussion, Rep. Brendan Boyle dives into the chaos of GOP healthcare reversals and the ramifications of their tax policies. Adam Schiff emphasizes the need for oversight on bribery probes and the potential misuse of agencies to silence dissent. Nick Kristof highlights the dire humanitarian impacts of USAID cuts, stressing a call to action for donations to alleviate suffering caused by U.S. policy. Together, they explore the simmering tension within the Republican Party as Trump looms large over their future.
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GOP Sees Midterm Collapse
- Multiple reports show House Republicans expect to lose the next midterms and many may retire.
- Lawrence frames their fear as a tinderbox caused by Trump and weak House leadership.
Obamacare Reversal As Damage Control
- The White House considered reversing course and extending ACA subsidies to blunt political fallout.
- That policy flip reveals chaos and desperation inside Trump's team and resistance from conservatives.
Exploit Primary Fear Dynamics
- Brendan Boyle says Republicans act from fear of primary voters and Trump, not general electorates.
- He implies Democrats should keep exposing policy harms to capitalize on that fear dynamic.