ACU's Mercedes Schlapp joined WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" radio program on Wednesday to preview this week's CPAC coming up and analyzed President Biden's handling of Ukraine.

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ACU's Mercedes Schlapp joined WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" radio program on Wednesday to preview this week's CPAC coming up and analyzed President Biden's handling of Ukraine.
For more coverage on the issues that matter to you, visit <a href="https://www.wmal.com">www.WMAL.com</a>, <a href="https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/">download the WMAL app</a> or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 FM from 5-9 AM ET.
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"O'Connor & Company" is Washington, D.C.'s popular morning-drive news-talk radio show on WMAL hosted by LARRY O'CONNOR with co-hosts JULIE GUNLOCK, PATRICE ONWUKA and executive producer HEATHER HUNTER. O’Connor and his team cover all of the top national and local news of the day, including interviews with top newsmakers in Washington, D.C. and around the country. The show airs weekdays in the Washington, D.C. area (DC, VA, MD, WV) from 5-9 AM EST on 105.9 FM, online at WMAL.com, on the WMAL App or on your Amazon Alexa. To join the conversation, check us out on Twitter check us out on Twitter @LarryOConnor @JGunlock @PatricePinkFile @HeatherHunterDC @WMALDC

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"O'Connor &amp; Company" is Washington, D.C.'s popular morning-drive news-talk radio show on WMAL hosted by LARRY O'CONNOR with co-hosts JULIE GUNLOCK, PATRICE ONWUKA and executive producer HEATHER HUNTER. O’Connor and his team cover all of the top national and local news of the day, including interviews with top newsmakers in Washington, D.C. and around the country. The show airs weekdays in the Washington, D.C. area (DC, VA, MD, WV) from 5-9 AM EST on 105.9 FM, online at <a href="http://www.wmal.com">WMAL.com</a>, on the <a href="https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/">WMAL App</a> or on your Amazon Alexa. To join the conversation, check us out on Twitter check us out on Twitter @LarryOConnor @JGunlock @PatricePinkFile @HeatherHunterDC @WMALDC<a href="https://www.cornerstonefirst.com/"></a>
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02.23.22: Mercedes Schlapp Interview

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor andAlex Swoyer discussed:
Pam Bondi Out as AG: Attorney General Pam Bondi is leaving her position, President Donald Trump announced Thursday, amid reports that he was frustrated with her handling of some of his key priorities.
Army Chief Retires: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to step down and take immediate retirement, sources familiar with the decision told CBS News. 
Gun Ban on Bases Lifted: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday that he was lifting a ban on service members’ ability to carry personal firearms on U.S. military bases.

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Episode: Friday, April 3, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
<ul>
<li>Pam Bondi Out as AG: Attorney General Pam Bondi is leaving her position, President Donald Trump announced Thursday, amid reports that he was frustrated with her handling of some of his key priorities.</li>
<li>Army Chief Retires: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George to step down and take immediate retirement, sources familiar with the decision told CBS News.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Gun Ban on Bases Lifted:&nbsp;Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Thursday that he was lifting a ban on service members&rsquo; ability to carry personal firearms on U.S. military bases.</li>
</ul>
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Episode: Friday, April 3, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

Pam Bondi Out as AG, Army Chief Retires, Gun Ban on Bases Lifted

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
Catholic Church Surge: Numerous media outlets reporting on the rise of attendance at Catholic churches, especially among Gen Z.
No Easter Message from King Charles: Buckingham Palace has confirmed King Charles will not issue an Easter message this year. However, he did deliver a message earlier this year for Ramadan.
Fraud Rampant in U.S.: Colin McDonald was sworn in as the first-ever assistant attorney general for National Fraud Enforcement by Vice President JD Vance. Also, Larry and Alex discuss the hospice fraud uncovered in California.
Trump Ballroom Approved: The National Capital Planning Commission voted Thursday to green light President Trump's 90,000-square-foot East Wing makeover, the final regulatory obstacle for a project that hit legal headwinds earlier this week.

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Episode: Friday, April 3, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
<ul>
<li>Catholic Church Surge: Numerous media outlets reporting on the rise of attendance at Catholic churches, especially among Gen Z.</li>
<li aria-level="1">No Easter Message from King Charles: Buckingham Palace has confirmed King Charles will not issue an Easter message this year. However, he did deliver a message earlier this year for Ramadan.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Fraud Rampant in U.S.: Colin McDonald was sworn in as the first-ever assistant attorney general for National Fraud Enforcement by Vice President JD Vance. Also, Larry and Alex discuss the hospice fraud uncovered in California.</li>
<li>Trump Ballroom Approved: The National Capital Planning Commission voted Thursday to green light President Trump's 90,000-square-foot East Wing makeover, the final regulatory obstacle for a project that hit legal headwinds earlier this week.</li>
</ul>
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Episode: Friday, April 3, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

Catholic Church Surge, No Easter Message from King Charles, Fraud Rampant in U.S., Trump Ballroom Approved

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
INTERVIEW:  Dr. Ryan Hanning: Executive Vice President of Catholics Come Home on the rise of attendance at Catholic churches, especially among Gen Z, as Easter Sunday approaches.
INTERVIEW: Father Paul Scalia: Episcopal Vicar for Clergy at the Diocese of Arlington and Pastor at Saint James Catholic Church in Falls Church, Virginia reflecting on Holy Week and Easter.
Latest on Artemis II: Larry and Alex provide updates on the current trek of Artemis II as it orbits the Moon and also hears from cute kids who have gone viral with their reactions to the rocket launch.

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Episode: Friday, April 3, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
<ul>
<li>INTERVIEW:&nbsp; Dr. Ryan Hanning: Executive Vice President of Catholics Come Home on the rise of attendance at Catholic churches, especially among Gen Z, as Easter Sunday approaches.</li>
<li>INTERVIEW: Father Paul Scalia: Episcopal Vicar for Clergy at the Diocese of Arlington and Pastor at Saint James Catholic Church in Falls Church, Virginia reflecting on Holy Week and Easter.</li>
<li>Latest on Artemis II:&nbsp;Larry and Alex provide updates on the current trek of Artemis II as it orbits the Moon and also hears from cute kids who have gone viral with their reactions to the rocket launch.</li>
</ul>
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Episode: Friday, April 3, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

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