Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump's criminal defense team wants Special Counsel Jack Smith held in contempt over court filings. Also, Trump invokes the impeachment clause in the immunity appeal. Plus, House Democrats call on Justice Clarence Thomas to recuse himself from the Trump Colorado ballot case. And President Biden plans to deliver a speech on preserving democracy ahead of the January 6 anniversary. Andrew Weissmann, Professor Jack Rakove, Rep. Daniel Goldman, and Sen. Chris Coons join Lawrence O'Donnell.

Tonight on The Last Word: The DC appeals court hears Trump immunity claims on Tuesday. Plus, President Biden responds to protestors calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Also, President Biden calls out "loser" Trump and his lies. And GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik calls Jan. 6 defendants "hostages." Andrew Weissmann, Glenn Kirschner, David Blight, Eugene Robinson, and Rep. Ruben Gallego join Lawrence O'Donnell.