The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell Trump threatens Iran as he tries to wind down the costly war he claims he ‘won’
May 7, 2026
Mike Johnston, Mayor of Denver, defending the city’s decades-old assault weapons ban. Ro Khanna, California congressman pressing for public oversight and accountability around Lutnick/Epstein testimony. Cory Booker, New Jersey senator weighing in on Iran, war powers, and voting rights. They discuss Iran policy and costs, DOJ actions on local gun laws, and accountability in high-profile investigations.
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Teacher's Sign Captures Local Frustration
- A Los Angeles teacher at the May Day March carried a sign reading "fund education, not war."
- The teacher warned Trump's war priorities worsen affordability and undercut investments in education.
Obama Deal Achieved Concrete Nuclear Limits Booker Favors
- Booker contrasts the Obama nuclear deal's inspection regime with current outcomes after Trump tore it up.
- He argues the prior deal removed Iran's highly enriched uranium and current military strikes haven't reduced breakout estimates.
U.S. Isolation Strengthens Rivals And Iran
- Trump's isolationist moves empower geopolitical rivals and strengthen Iran-China ties.
- Booker warns troop withdrawals and weakened alliances embolden Russia and China while Iran gains economic partners.