WMAL GUEST: CAL THOMAS (Syndicated Columnist) on the resignation of National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent, the ongoing debate over the "imminent threat" in Iran, and his latest column regarding national fraud.
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Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CAL THOMAS (Syndicated Columnist) on the resignation of National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent, the ongoing debate over the "imminent threat" in Iran, and his latest column regarding national fraud.
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Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

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O'Connor & Company

"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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Cal Thomas on Joe Kent’s Resignation and the Future of Iran

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
ST. PATRICK'S DAY: A recap of the holiday celebrations and the cultural significance of the day.
LEGAL NEWS: The House Oversight Committee subpoenas Attorney General Pam Bondi over Epstein files.
JOE KENT: Analyzing the resignation of National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent over the war in Iran and what it reveals about divisions in the MAGA coalition.
LOCAL CRIME: A report from Nick Minock on the Fairfax County "Trust Policy" and revelations that police warned officials about the dangerous history of the suspect in Stephanie Minter's murder.
MEMORY OF STEPHANIE: A video message from Cheryl Minter on the life and legacy of her daughter, Stephanie.

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Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company

Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
<ul>
<li>ST. PATRICK'S DAY: A recap of the holiday celebrations and the cultural significance of the day.</li>
<li>LEGAL NEWS: The House Oversight Committee subpoenas Attorney General Pam Bondi over Epstein files.</li>
<li>JOE KENT: Analyzing the resignation of National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent over the war in Iran and what it reveals about divisions in the MAGA coalition.</li>
<li>LOCAL CRIME: A report from Nick Minock on the Fairfax County "Trust Policy" and revelations that police warned officials about the dangerous history of the suspect in Stephanie Minter's murder.</li>
<li>MEMORY OF STEPHANIE: A video message from Cheryl Minter on the life and legacy of her daughter, Stephanie.</li>
</ul>
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Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

St. Patrick’s Day Recap, Alex’s Legal News, Joe Kent Resigns, Latest From Fairfax

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
INTERVIEW: CAL THOMAS: Cal covers Joe Kent’s resignation and the latest from Iran. 
SAVE ACT: Senate begins extended debate over the SAVE America Act, with Voter ID debate at the center.
COLDPLAY WOMAN SPEAKS OUT: Oprah Winfrey conducts an interview with woman at the center of the Coldplay “Kiss Cam” controversy.

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Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
<ul>
<li>INTERVIEW: CAL THOMAS: Cal covers Joe Kent&rsquo;s resignation and the latest from Iran.&nbsp;</li>
<li>SAVE ACT: Senate begins extended debate over the SAVE America Act, with Voter ID debate at the center.</li>
<li>COLDPLAY WOMAN SPEAKS OUT: Oprah Winfrey conducts an interview with woman at the center of the Coldplay &ldquo;Kiss Cam&rdquo; controversy.</li>
</ul>
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Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

SAVE Act Clears First Hurdle, Cal Thomas, Coldplay Woman and Oprah 

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
HANS VON SPAKOVSKY: Senior Legal Fellow Hans von Spakovsky joins to break down the legal and political fight over voter integrity in the Senate.
MAMDANI'S ST. PATRICK'S: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's attempt to "mend fences" with the Catholic community and NYPD while criticizing foreign policy during holiday events.
IRISH RELATIONS: President Trump's meeting with the Irish Prime Minister and the debate over the U.K. leadership.
CHERYL MINTER: Stephanie Minter's mother joins to discuss the details of the Hybla Valley stabbing and the need for accountability in Fairfax County.

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Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company

Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O&rsquo;Connor and Alex Swoyer discussed:
<ul>
<li>HANS VON SPAKOVSKY: Senior Legal Fellow Hans von Spakovsky joins to break down the legal and political fight over voter integrity in the Senate.</li>
<li>MAMDANI'S ST. PATRICK'S: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's attempt to "mend fences" with the Catholic community and NYPD while criticizing foreign policy during holiday events.</li>
<li>IRISH RELATIONS: President Trump's meeting with the Irish Prime Minister and the debate over the U.K. leadership.</li>
<li>CHERYL MINTER: Stephanie Minter's mother joins to discuss the details of the Hybla Valley stabbing and the need for accountability in Fairfax County.</li>
</ul>
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Episode: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

Cal Thomas on Joe Kent’s Resignation and the Future of Iran

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