MSNBC Host Lawrence O'Donnell Takes Week Off, Citing Exhaustion From Trump Coverage

O'Donnell announced his break during a handoff with Rachel Maddow, describing the challenges of covering Trump's second term.

Lawrence O'Donnell, host of 'The Last Word' on MSNBC, announced he will take a week off, citing exhaustion from covering President Trump's second term.
The announcement came during a segment with Rachel Maddow, where O'Donnell expressed feeling as though 52 days of coverage felt like 92.
O'Donnell emphasized the importance of pacing oneself in the intense cable news environment, a sentiment echoed by Maddow.
He criticized President Trump during his show, claiming the president's mental state was unfit and referencing controversial remarks Trump made about Senator Chuck Schumer.
Maddow, who has committed to covering the first 100 days of Trump's term daily, expressed understanding but noted she was saddened by O'Donnell's decision.