The Don Lemon Show
LEMON DROP | Algae, Peeling Paint & Trump’s Reflecting Pool Disaster… Plus Wes Moore on Obama Center
Don Lemon dissects the $14 million Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool 'disaster' as a metaphor for Trump's presidency and contrasts it with the Obama Center's opening, while also questioning Trump's alleged 'obsession' with male physiques.
HOT TOPICS | UFC Fighter Attacked Michelle Obama, Now He's Backtracking!
Don Lemon dissects the political spectacle surrounding the Reflecting Pool's algae crisis and a UFC fighter's controversial remarks about Michelle Obama, exposing perceived hypocrisy and media failures.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Barack & Michelle Obama, Please Come Back!
Don Lemon and comedian Jay Jordan dissect the current state of American politics and culture, contrasting the perceived dignity of the Obama era with the 'trashy' spectacle of the Trump administration, from a green reflecting pool to the monetization of political polarization in comedy.
HOT TOPICS | Donald Trump's Reflecting Pool Is a Complete Disaster!
Don Lemon uses the disastrous repainting of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as a potent metaphor for Donald Trump's presidency, highlighting his alleged pattern of prioritizing image over substance, deflecting blame, and creating distractions.
LEMON DROP | Kamala Harris Speaks Out, Ashley St. Clair Drops Bombshells & Newsom Fires Back
Kamala Harris, Ashley St. Clair, and Don Lemon dissect the weaponization of the Department of Justice, corporate smear tactics, and the controversial White House invitation for the NBA champions.
EXCLUSIVE: Kamala Harris on 2028, Donald Trump & America's Future
Kamala Harris discusses the ongoing fight for civil rights, proposes structural reforms to the Supreme Court and Electoral College, and critiques the current administration's impact on democracy and global standing.
Is Trump Okay? Don Lemon & Jennifer Welch Break It Down
Don Lemon and Jennifer Welch dissect the perceived mental and physical decline of Donald Trump, the hypocrisy of corporate media, and the 'gay obsession' of the MAGA movement, urging listeners to support independent journalism.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Michelle Obama ROASTS Donald Trump!
Don Lemon and his guests discuss Michelle Obama's 'subtle shade' at the Obama Center opening and debate whether the New York Knicks should visit Donald Trump's White House.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | D.L. Hughley on Trump, the Knicks & the Karmelo Anthony Case
D.L. Hughley and legal experts dissect the Carmelo Anthony case, exposing racial bias in the justice system, critique Donald Trump's political narratives, and find inspiration in the New York Knicks' perseverance.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump & MAGA's Spencer Pratt Election Fraud LIES!
Don Lemon and his guests dissect Donald Trump's repeated election fraud claims, highlighting the lack of evidence, the political motivations of his allies, and the dangerous erosion of trust in democratic institutions.
LEMON DROP | CBS Murders 60 Minutes, Trump Can't Stay Awake, Sex Scandals Plague D.C.
Don Lemon dissects a tumultuous week in American politics and media, highlighting CBS's alleged dismantling of '60 Minutes,' Trump's legal and health setbacks, and D.C.'s pervasive culture of power-driven scandals.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Holy Sh*t, Donald Trump Had A Bad Week!
Don Lemon and Anthony Scaramucci dissect a 'colossally bad week' for Donald Trump, highlighting his political setbacks and discussing strategies for the Democratic party to leverage the shifting political landscape.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump Just Keeps Losing!
Don Lemon details a 'terrible, awful week' for Donald Trump, highlighting multiple legal, political, and financial setbacks that underscore a chaotic administration and eroding public support.
HOT TOPICS | What Happens When MAGA Is Confronted By Facts?!
Don Lemon and guest Adam Makler argue that MAGA supporters and pundits often crumble when confronted with facts, operating within a 'closed loop' information ecosystem that prioritizes loyalty over truth.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Tulsi Gabbard OUT & Donald Trump's Iran War Chaos Continues
Don Lemon and guests dissect Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric on Iran, the controversial resignation of Tulsi Gabbard, and new immigration policies, highlighting perceived inconsistencies and potential real-world consequences.
HOT TOPICS | Stephen Colbert's Last Show & the Monsters Applying for Trump's Slush Fund Money
Don Lemon and Joy Reid dissect the perceived demise of traditional late-night television through Stephen Colbert's finale, arguing that talent transcends institutional constraints, while also exposing the systemic 'failing up' of white men in media and politics and criticizing Trump's alleged financial abuses.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | EXCLUSIVE: First Black Woman Governor!? With Keisha Lance Bottoms
Don Lemon hosts former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and Senator Catherine Cortez Masto to discuss the Georgia primary results, the current political landscape, and public sentiment on economic struggles and alleged government corruption, including a controversial '1776 slush fund'.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Trump Drops IRS Lawsuit in Exchange For $1.7 Billion Fund for His Allies!
Don Lemon and guests expose an alleged $1.776 billion "slush fund" created by Donald Trump's administration through a self-settled IRS lawsuit, purportedly to pay political allies and January 6th participants.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump’s Policies Are Crushing American Farmers!
Don Lemon and guests argue that Donald Trump's policies, including tariffs and foreign aid, have devastated American farmers, leading to widespread bankruptcies and a crisis in rural communities.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Voters Are Fed Up With MAGA's Racist Policies!
Don Lemon and guests dissect the escalating political battles over redistricting and voting rights, arguing that voters are increasingly frustrated with perceived racist policies and Democratic inaction.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump Rants At Group Of Confused Children in the Oval Office!
Don Lemon critiques Donald Trump's bizarre behavior during a White House event with children, highlighting his rants about the Iran war and the 2020 election, and his apparent hypocrisy regarding physical and mental fitness.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Most Americans Think Donald Trump is Mentally & Physically Unfit to Be President!
Don Lemon and guests discuss a poll indicating most Americans believe Donald Trump is mentally and physically unfit for presidency, exploring the implications through expert medical opinions, street interviews, and political commentary.
LEMON DROP | Is Washington D.C. Reaching A Breaking Point?!
Don Lemon dissects a week of escalating political chaos in Washington D.C., from a White House security breach to a Supreme Court ruling impacting voting rights, arguing these events reflect a nation on edge.
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Donald Trump's Approval Ratings Drop as Crisis Grows!
Don Lemon argues that Donald Trump's approval ratings are historically low, driven by economic failures and an "unjustified" war in Iran, leading to widespread public and even former supporter disillusionment.
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