In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Mercedes Schlapp discussed:

• WMAL GUEST: 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - CAL THOMAS - Syndicated columnist – discussed Jimmy Carter’s passing and the terror attacks.

• Suspect identified as FBI investigates act of terrorism after Bourbon Street attack

• WMAL Guest: 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - MATT SCHLAPP - chairman of the American Conservative Union and CPAC

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• Minock report on budget shortfall in Fairfax County 

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  Episode: Thursday, January 02, 2025 / 7 AM Hour