Wed Apr 02 01:00:00 UTC 2025: **MSNBC’s Lawrence O’Donnell Takes a Break, Citing Trump-Related Exhaustion**
NEW YORK – MSNBC host Lawrence O’Donnell is taking a break from his weeknight show, *The Last Word*, citing exhaustion from covering the Trump administration. O’Donnell announced his leave of absence on March 12th during a segment with Rachel Maddow, jokingly attributing his fatigue to the intense news cycle surrounding former President Trump.
O’Donnell, a long-time critic of Trump, explained that he hadn’t committed to covering the first 100 days of the new administration, unlike Maddow, who had made such a pledge. He stated that he was taking a week off after 52 days, aiming to return and continue his coverage until the 100-day mark.
The absence of the prominent news anchor sparked inquiries from viewers, highlighting the strong loyalty often associated with television news personalities. O’Donnell’s preemptive announcement avoided speculation about his whereabouts. He is expected to resume hosting *The Last Word* shortly.
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