Tonight on The Last Word: The House passes the debt limit bill 314-117. Also, prosecutors are likely to use Trump's own words against him. Plus, Texas Republicans target elections in a Democratic stronghold. And GOP-led state bills are targeting abortion and LGBTQ rights. Barbara McQuade, Bradley Moss, Rep. Colin Allred and Jamelle Bouie join Lawrence O'Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: President Biden delivers his first Oval Office speech after avoiding default. Also, The Washington Post reports that the Georgia Trump probe now includes actions outside of the state. Plus, Harris County officials call the Texas GOP election bills "politically motivated." And Colorado Springs elects its first Black mayor. Tracy Alloway, Stephanie Kelton, Glenn Kirschner, Jane Hope Hamilton and Mayor-elect Yemi Mobolade join Ali Velshi.