LEMON DROP | Who are the Cruel Kids?

Hey there, Lemon Nation! We’ve got something a little different for you today. The Don Lemon Show’s head writer Peter Rothpletz sits down with Cameron Kasky, host of The Bulwark’s “FY Pod,” for a sharp, no-holds-barred convo about one of the big political questions of the moment: Why are so many Gen Z voters drifting to the right? From TikTok to disillusionment, culture wars to economic fears, Peter and Cameron break it all down—with insight, humor, and a few spicy takes along the way. You’re not gonna want to miss this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Huhti 202535min

Just when you thought the Trump administration couldn’t get more chaotic, Elon Musk and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent engaged in a heated shouting match in the West Wing. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions within the administration, particularly between Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and traditional cabinet members. Don breaks down the latest internal conflicts plaguing the administration. Is this the beginning of a MAGA meltdown? Tune in to find out. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Huhti 202552min

President Trump’s sweeping tariffs are hitting Americans where it hurts: their wallets. From groceries to electronics, prices are climbing, and are expected to rise further. But wait, there's more. The administration claims these tariffs will boost domestic manufacturing, yet building factories isn't an overnight endeavor. Adding insult to injury, there's growing concern over potential corruption. Journalist Jacob Ward joins us to dig into the case and break down the facts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Huhti 202512min

According to the latest Reuters/Ipsos poll, President Trump's approval rating has dipped to 42%, the lowest since his return to office . Americans are expressing growing concern over his expansive use of executive power, including efforts to control universities and cultural institutions. Meanwhile, the economy isn't offering any solace. With aggressive tariffs and erratic economic policies, public confidence is waning, with many viewing his economic strategies as too unpredictable . Join Don as he breaks down the numbers, the narratives, and what this could mean for the 2026 midterm elections. Are we witnessing the beginning of the end for Trump's political stronghold? Let's discuss. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Huhti 20251h 14min

The Pete Hegseth Signal scandal is still spiraling—and the question remains: will he ever face consequences? Leaking military plans in a family group chat isn’t just reckless, it’s a national security nightmare. So why is he still calling the shots? Meanwhile, chaos continues as Tim Pool—yes, the beanie’d YouTuber with alleged ties to Russia—somehow landed a seat at a White House press briefing. How did that happen? And what does it say about the administration’s media strategy... or lack thereof? Don is joined by journalist, author, and radio host Clay Cane to break down the dysfunction, the double standards, and the daily disaster that passes for governance in 2025. It’s gonna be a wild one. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Huhti 20251h 16min

Don sits down with journalist Ryan Lizza to dive into the current media landscape. How are media corporations responding to MAGA? Why are we still engaging in both sidesism? Join Don and Ryan to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Huhti 202544min

Good morning, Lemon Nation! Just when you thought Signal-gate couldn’t get any dumber—Pete Hegseth outdoes himself by sending actual military attack plans in a Signal group chat with his family. Yes, his family. Will he take responsibility? Of course not. He went straight to Fox & Friends to blame... everyone else. We’re breaking down the national security disaster that somehow still has a corner office at the Pentagon, plus the latest grim economic outlook as Trump’s trade war continues to rattle markets and tank global confidence. Chaos, deflection, and denial—it’s just another day in 2025. Let’s get into it. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Huhti 20251h 17min

Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen is making quite a splash in the Democratic Party. After his recent trip to El Salvador, where he fought tooth and nail to meet with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, dems are wondering if this is the right fight to take on. Tune in for Don's take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Huhti 202510min