O'Connor & Company

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed:: TUCKER & MEGYN: Tucker Carlson's alleged backchannel foreign policy with Iran and President Trump defending Mark Levin against vicious attacks from Megyn Kelly. MEDIA BIAS: New MRC data showing only 2% of Google News' top stories in February came from right-leaning media. GRAHAM PLATNER: Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner backtracks on his apology for a "Nazi skull" tattoo, now calling it "eminently reasonable." NAVY YARD: Chaos in D.C.'s Navy Yard neighborhood as 200 juveniles flood the area, ending in robberies, assaults, and gunfire. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, March 16, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: LT. GEN. BOB WOOD: The CEO of American Veterans Vote on the redistricting battles in Virginia. OPERATION EPIC FURY: Details of the massive bombing raid on Iran's Kharg Island and Trump's call for China to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. VENEZUELA: A new chapter as the American flag is raised at the U.S. Embassy in Caracas for the first time in seven years following the capture of Nicolás Maduro. OIL MARKETS: Kevin Hassett laughs off Iranian threats to the U.S. economy, noting America's dominant position in global oil flows. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, March 16, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: JOE DIGENOVA: Legal analyst Joe diGenova on youth crime in Navy Yard and the legal blockade protecting Jerome Powell from investigation. SEVERE WEATHER: A rare Level 4 "moderate" risk storm outlook for D.C., with tornadoes, hurricane-force winds, and hail possible through the afternoon. GENDER-NEUTRAL MD: Maryland Lt. Governor Aruna Miller testifies in favor of stripping gendered language from the state constitution. POKEMON GO: How 143 million players unknowingly built one of the world's largest AI visual datasets through Niantic's mobile game. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, March 16, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: MD DEL. MARK FISHER: The latest updates on the Annapolis legislative session and the fight against "MeatOut Day." INTERVIEW: BEHNAM BEN TALEBLU: A deep dive into the Iran strategy and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. OSCARS RECAP: A review of the 98th Academy Awards, including One Battle After Another taking Best Picture and Michael B. Jordan winning Best Actor for Sinners. POTOMAC RIVER: Lee Zeldin's latest report on the environmental crisis facing the Potomac. JANE FONDA: The Hollywood activist's "Block the Merger" pin at the Oscars party and her unusual defense of CNN. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, March 16, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: MD DEL. MARK FISHER on the Maryland General Assembly's push to replace masculine pronouns in the state constitution with gender-neutral language and Governor Moore's controversial "MeatOut Day" proclamation. READ: MD HOUSE BILL 1488 - Constitutional Language Modernization SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Fisher4Maryland Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, March 16, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: BEHNAM BEN TALEBLU (Senior Director, FDD's Iran Program) on the strategic impact of the U.S. bombing raid on Kharg Island and the emerging "Hormuz Coalition" to reopen the Strait. SOCIAL MEDIA: FDD on X: Behnam Ben Taleblu on Iran Strategy TOPIC: Analyzing the total destruction of military targets in Iran's "crown jewel" and the potential for U.S. boots on the ground at oil depots. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Monday, March 16, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: MICHIGAN ATTACK: A suspect identified as a naturalized citizen from Lebanon rammed his vehicle into a West Bloomfield synagogue; security guards are being hailed as heroes for stopping the threat. ODU SHOOTING: A deadly attack at Old Dominion University carried out by Mohamed Jalloh, a former National Guard member with previous ISIS ties; a heroic ROTC cadet reportedly stopped the shooter by fatally stabbing him. LOBSTERGATE: Backlash over reports that the Pentagon spent $6.9 million on lobster tails and $15.1 million on ribeye steaks during a "use-it-or-lose-it" spending spree. MORALE VS. WASTE: Marine veteran Joey Jones defends the "surf and turf" meals as a critical morale booster for troops in combat zones. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: GUEST INTERVIEW: ADAM ZIMMERMAN: A local Hebrew school teacher shares his reaction to the targeted act of violence against the Jewish community in Michigan. MOJTABA KHAMENEI: Iran's new Supreme Leader vows vengeance and refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz despite global pressure and ongoing air strikes. OIL PRICES: Oil surges above $100 a barrel as the U.S. temporarily lifts sanctions on Russian oil to stabilize the market. LOCAL CRIME: Police search for seven teenagers who cornered and stabbed a man in a bathroom at Wheaton Mall in Maryland. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: GUEST INTERVIEW: TIM STEWART: The U.S. Oil & Gas Association President breaks down the "largest supply disruption" in history and the plan for naval escorts in the Strait of Hormuz. MORNING ROUTINES: Supermodel Cindy Crawford is "roasted" online for her 2.5-hour morning routine featuring red light therapy and a fabulous oceanfront view. JULI BRISKMAN: The Loudoun Supervisor proposes freezing pay raises for deputies until the Sheriff cancels the county's agreement with ICE. FAIRFAX "TRUST": A local mother demands changes to the "Trust Policy" after her daughter was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant with a violent criminal history. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: GUEST INTERVIEW: LT. COL. TONY SHAFFER: Intelligence expert Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer analyzes the recent wave of terror attacks and the risk of domestic sleeper cells. GUEST INTERVIEW: KURT SCHLICHTER: Kurt Schlichter discusses his latest thriller "Blue Flame" and why the U.S. must maintain "overwhelming strength" against Iran. MEATOUT DAY: Governor Wes Moore declares March 20 "MeatOut Day" in Maryland, drawing sharp criticism from farmers and proponents of the carnivore diet. BOBBY KENNEDY DIET: HHS Secretary RFK Jr. shares his "Bobby Kennedy diet" as a model for healthy living. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: ADAM ZIMMERMAN (Great-grandson of Holocaust survivors and a local Hebrew school teacher) on the terrifying attack at Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, where a suspect rammed a vehicle into the building. READ: Man who rammed his vehicle into Michigan synagogue was naturalized citizen from Lebanon, DHS says Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: TIM STEWART (President, U.S. Oil & Gas Association) on skyrocketing oil prices as Iran's new Supreme Leader vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and the U.S. prepares for potential naval ship escorts. SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/US_OGA READ: Trump officials: Ship escorts to start in Strait of Hormuz "soon" Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: LT. COL. TONY SHAFFER (Retired DoD Intelligence Operative, President of Project Sentinel) on the deadly Old Dominion University shooting, the Michigan synagogue attack, and the strategic landscape of the war in Iran. WEBSITE: ColonelTonyShaffer.com READ: Who was Mohamed Jalloh? Ex-Army National Guard member accused of Old Dominion University shooting Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: KURT SCHLICHTER (Senior Columnist at Townhall, Lawyer, Army COL(R)) on his new book "Blue Flame," the escalation of domestic terror attacks, and the U.S. military's heavy bombing campaign against the Iranian regime. FORTHCOMING BOOK: People's Republic: Blue Flame SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/KurtSchlichter Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, March 13, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: ECONOMY: Core inflation hits its lowest level in five years (2.5%), signaling that President Trump has successfully cooled the inflation crisis inherited from the previous administration. VIRAL AUDIO: A moving radio exchange between an Israeli and U.S. fighter pilot during Operation Epic Fury, with the Israeli pilot stating, "It is an honor to fight with you." SENATE BATTLE: Senator John Cornyn reverses his long-standing defense of the filibuster, urging Republicans to scrap the 60-vote threshold to pass the SAVE America Act and fund DHS. JILL BIDEN: Previewing the First Lady's forthcoming book, "View from the East Wing," which details her time in the White House and the end of her husband's reelection bid. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: MCAULIFFE RUN: Former Virginia First Lady Dorothy McAuliffe announces her candidacy for Congress in Virginia's potential new 7th District, positioning herself as an anti-ICE leader. CANCEL CULTURE: Actress Katherine Heigl faces backlash from fans for attending a dog rescue event at Mar-a-Lago; she hit back by stating, "Animals don’t vote." SOCIAL SECURITY: New warnings that Social Security could be insolvent within six years, driven by a shrinking worker-to-retiree ratio and increased life expectancy. LYNCHBURG ICE: The Lynchburg City Council unanimously votes to continue full cooperation with ICE, defying Governor Spanberger’s statewide sanctuary directives. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: GUEST: JEANNIE LACROIX: The Republican winner of the Woodbridge special election joins the show to discuss flipping a long-held Democratic seat in Prince William County. EUROPEAN SANITY: Right-wing groups in the EU Parliament seal a major deal to increase migrant deportations and establish "return hubs" outside the EU. GUEST: KT MCFARLAND: Former Deputy National Security Advisor breaks down Trump's declaration of victory in Iran and the release of strategic oil reserves. BLOOM WATCH: D.C.’s cherry blossoms officially reach the first stage of the bloom process following abnormally warm weather. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: TRUMP IN OHIO: President Trump visits Cincinnati and Hebron, KY, declaring that the U.S. has "won the bet" in the first hour of the Iran conflict. GUEST: REP. JIM JORDAN: The House Judiciary Chairman discusses the DHS shutdown and the critical need for proof-of-citizenship requirements in federal elections. GUEST: JASON MIYARES: Former VA Attorney General Jason Miyares joins to discuss the fight against Democratic gerrymandering in the Virginia redistricting referendum. CULTURAL EROSION: The Bank of England confirms it will remove Winston Churchill from banknotes and replace historical figures with images of wildlife. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: JEANNIE LACROIX (Republican winner of the Prince William County special election for the Woodbridge District) on flipping a supervisor seat held by Democrats for 38 years, the residency and social media controversies surrounding her opponent, and her top priorities for the Board of County Supervisors. WEBSITE: JeannieForWoodbridge.com READ: GOP flips Woodbridge supervisor seat for first time in 38 years amid Democratic turmoil Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: KT MCFARLAND (Former Deputy National Security Advisor) on President Trump’s declaration that the U.S. has "won" in Iran, the strategic release of oil reserves to counter price spikes, and why the conflict turned out to be "easier than we thought." WEBSITE: KTMcFarland.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/realKTMcFarland Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: REP. JIM JORDAN (R-Ohio, House Judiciary Chairman) on the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown, the reconciliation push for HR-2 immigration reforms, and the high-stakes fight to pass the SAVE Act in the Senate. WEBSITE: JimJordan.house.gov SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/Jim_Jordan Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: JASON MIYARES (Former Virginia Attorney General, Co-Chair of Virginians for Fair Maps) on the critical battle over Virginia’s redistricting amendment and early voting models showing high turnout in Western Virginia. WEBSITE: VAFairMaps.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/VA_ForFairMaps Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 12, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: THE SAVE ACT: President Trump vows not to sign any legislation until Congress passes strict proof-of-citizenship requirements for voting, as Senate Leader John Thune warns he lacks the votes for a filibuster workaround. NUCLEAR BREAKTHROUGH: The Trump administration greenlights the first new-technology nuclear reactor in a decade, to be built in Kemmerer, Wyoming. DATA CENTERS: How Loudoun County’s massive data center cluster has allowed the county to lower property tax rates by 38% since 2010 despite rising assessments. DAYLIGHT SAVING: Adjusting to the time change and celebrating the record-breaking warm weather in the DC region. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: CAL THOMAS: Syndicated Columnist Cal Thomas joins to discuss Trump’s Iran strategy and the threat of internal "sleeper cells." SANCTUARY CITIES: Explosive testimony on Capitol Hill reveals the Fairfax County Sheriff declined over 700 ICE detainers for criminals, including child predators and gang members. FAIRFAX OUTRAGE: The family of Stephanie Minter demands accountability for Prosecutor Steve Descano after her alleged killer was repeatedly freed despite police warnings. THE EXODUS: Starbucks founder Howard Schultz and corporate offices flee Washington for Florida and Tennessee, while Mark Zuckerberg splashes $170M on a Miami mansion to escape California taxes. WOODBRIDGE WIN: Republican Jeannie LaCroix flips a Prince William County supervisor seat for the first time in nearly 40 years amid Democratic turmoil. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: DAVID BOZELL: MRC President David Bozell exposes the extreme media bias in coverage of Operation Epic Fury. D.C. FRAUD: Federal oversight uncovers D.C.’s attempt to spend $4 million in broadband funds to connect empty fields and sheds to the internet. HOSPICE FRAUD: Two months after Dr. Oz warned of rampant hospice fraud in California, CBS News releases an investigation confirming 89 registered hospices in a single building. MEDICAID FRAUD: A D.C. dentist and hygienist are convicted in a $4 million Medicaid fraud scheme. CRIME WAVE: The horrifying story of a grandfather stabbed while charging his Tesla in California, only for the responding ambulance to be stolen by a second vagrant. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: BRENT SADLER: Naval expert Brent Sadler breaks down the military successes against Iran and the "ruthless precision" of U.S. Central Command. WAR COSTS: Reports indicate the Pentagon burned through $5.6 billion in munitions during the first 48 hours of the Iran war. DOROTHY MCAULIFFE: The former Virginia First Lady announces a run for Congress, joining a crowded field in what could be the state's new 7th District. VA REDISTRICTING: Early voting data shows Western Virginia is turning out in high numbers to oppose the Democrat-led redistricting referendum. GENE SIMMONS: The KISS co-founder tells Hollywood celebrities to "shut the eff up" and stop lecturing hard-working Americans. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: CAL THOMAS (Syndicated Columnist) on President Trump’s recent news conference in Florida regarding the timeline for the conflict in Iran, the growing fear of "sleeper cells" within the U.S., and NYC Mayor Mamdani’s controversial hosting of an anti-Israel activist. WEBSITE: CalThomas.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/CalThomas Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: DAVID BOZELL (President of the Media Research Center) on new MRC studies exposing extreme anti-American bias in late-night comedy coverage of the Iran conflict and a massive 68-to-2 left-wing slant in MSN’s political news aggregation. WEBSITE: MediaResearch.org SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/theMRC READ: Comedy Shows Joked About U.S. and Allies 94% of the Time in War's First Week Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: BRENT SADLER (Senior Research Fellow at The Heritage Foundation) on President Trump’s announcement that the U.S. military has "completely destroyed" Iran’s mine-laying vessels and the strategic implications of Iran’s attempts to block the Strait of Hormuz. WEBSITE: Heritage.org/Brent-Sadler READ: Trump Says US Military 'Completely Destroyed' 10 Inactive Mine-Laying Boats Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor andBethany Mandel discussed: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani hosts anti-Israel activist Mahmoud Khalil and his family at Gracie Mansion for Ramadan. Bethany Mandel spars with Piers Morgan on X over support for Israel. One of the Capitol Police Officers who was honored in the new January 6th plaque in the Capitol was just indicted on nine felony charges including rape & sodomy. JetBlue flights to resume after request for ground stop, FAA says. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 / 5 AM Hour 

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: The Virginia Senate has officially sent an 'assault weapons ban' to Governor Abigail Spanberger's desk. The bill bans new purchases of 'assault weapons' and magazines over 15 rounds. Virginia Democrats pass bill to ban hand-counting ballots. President Trump pushes Senate to pass the SAVE Act. President Trump provides an update on the conflict in Iran. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WMAL GUEST 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JOHN COMMERFORD - Executive Director of the National Rifle Association Institute for Legislative Action        TOPIC: Virginia anti-gun bills close to becoming law  Route for Freedom 250 Grand Prix INDYCAR race in DC debuted at the National Mall WMAL GUEST 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - JAMES ROSEN - chief Washington correspondent at Newsmax and author of Scalia: Supreme Court Years: 1986-2001, released in February 2026          TOPIC: Trump’s presser yesterday on Iran  TELEGRAPH: Gwen Stefani’s ‘Maga Barbie’ transformation has infuriated liberals. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WMAL GUEST 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - DR. LUKE FOSTER - Assistant Professor of Government, Van Andel Graduate School of Government         Dr. Foster recently published an op-ed in The American Mind titled, We Need Friends, Not Flatterers: https://americanmind.org/salvo/we-need-friends-not-flatterers/        Semi quincentennial Celebration        Website: DC.Hillsdale.EDU       TOPIC: The Franco-American alliance that helped the U.S. win the Revolutionary War. WMAL GUEST 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - CHRIS SUNUNU - former NH Governor and President and CEO of Airlines for America          TOPIC: Discuss the chaos and delays at airports due to partial DHS shutdown During an interview with MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY, TIMOTHEE CHAMELET said that he didn’t want theatrical movie going to end up like the “ballet or opera,” where artists want to “keep this thing alive” even though “no one cares” about it anymore. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - DR. LUKE FOSTER - Assistant Professor of Government, Van Andel Graduate School of Government         Dr. Foster recently published an op-ed in The American Mind titled, We Need Friends, Not Flatterers: https://americanmind.org/salvo/we-need-friends-not-flatterers/        Website: DC.Hillsdale.EDU       TOPIC: The Franco-American alliance that helped the U.S. win the Revolutionary War. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor andBethany Mandel discussed: Larry and Bethany adjusting to Daylight Savings Time. President Trump says he won’t sign other bills until the SAVE America Act is passed. Two arrested after an explosive device was thrown at a protest near Mayor Zohran Mamdani's house. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s wife liked social media post calling Oct 7 sexual violence investigation a ‘hoax.’ Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Monday, March 9, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WMAL GUEST 6:05 AM - INTERVIEW - SEAN KENNEDY - Virginians for Safe Communities         X: @VA4SafeComm        TOPIC: Fairfax Soros DA Steve Descano LIED to the public to cover up how his lazy incompetence got Stephanie Minter killed by illegal alien Abdul Jalloh Descano NEVER called previous witnesses ever. Then he blamed the victims & witness.  New York Magazine article: “I Regret Having Children.” Eileen Gu serves as grand marshal for Chinese New Year parade in San Francisco Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Monday, March 9, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WMAL GUEST 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JOE DIGENOVA - legal analyst and former U.S. Attorney to the District of Columbia         TOPICS: Trump voting bill ultimatum adds to pressure on Congress         Two arrested after an explosive device was thrown at a protest near Mayor Zohran Mamdani's house.         What’s next in Iran? Chaos at airports across the country as TSA screenings are backed up for HOURS and Homeland Security blames Democrats. Southwest flight diverts to Atlanta airport, armed tactical units detain man in frightening security scare. Southwest may no longer clean coach seats between flights — and the reaction is no surprise: ‘Sit in filth unless you pay extra?’ WMAL GUEST 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - NICK MINOCK - WJLA ABC7 Reporter         TOPIC: Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano letting off a violent criminal who killed a Fairfax mother.  MAN POSTS TOUR OF A $1,275/MONTH “FULLY RENOVATED” BALTIMORE RENTAL — THE INTERNET IS LOSING IT Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Monday, March 9, 2026 / 7 AM Hour 

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WMAL GUEST 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - PHIL WEGMANN - White House Correspondent at RealClearPolitics         X: @PhilipWegmann          TOPIC: The latest White House news (Kristi Noem, Iran, SAVE ACT,  James Van Der Beek’s Daughter Emilia, 9, Remembers Late Actor in Emotional Video: 'I Know My Dad's in a Good Place' Jesse Jackson’s son blasts Obama, Biden for using father’s memorial to take shots at Trump Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @bethanyshondark and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Monday, March 9, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor andPatrice Onwuka discussed: NBC Poll: MAGA supports Iran mission Trump says he must be ‘involved’ in choosing Iran’s next supreme leader U.S. Has a Big Ask for China: Buy Less Oil from Russia, More From America Ken Paxton ‘would consider dropping out’ of runoff if Senate eliminates filibuster and passes SAVE Act The Loudoun County School Board settled with the male students who questioned why a girl was using the boys' locker room. The young men sued the school board after LCPS found them in violation of Title IX and tried to suspend them for ten days America First Legal Releases Updated Parental Opt-Out Form Following Landmark U.S. Supreme Court Decision Protecting Parental Rights Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, March 6, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Virginia Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell and Virginia Sen. Mark Warner blamed Trump and ICE for the murder of Stephanie Minter, who was stabbed to death in Fairfax by an illegal alien with 40 prior charges. Early voting begins Friday for Virginia redistricting referendum President Obama and Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger release ads endorsing referendum, Virginia GOP releases counter ad. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, March 6, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Kristi Noem is out at DHS. A key moment was a TV commercial of her on a horse, filmed five months ago at Mount Rushmore, for an ad campaign that cost more than $200 million. Trump reportedly furious that Noem said under oath in her Senate Judiciary hearing that he had advance knowledge of the $220M DHS ad campaign & approved its release. Noem appointed as the Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas. Trump says Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma will be the new DHS Secretary. WMAL GUEST 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW - VICTORIA COATES - Former deputy national security advisor to President Donald Trump and Heritage Foundation Vice President        X: https://x.com/VictoriaCoates        TOPIC: The latest developments in U.S.-Israeli strikes against the Iranian regime. Abdulkarim Farah sentenced to 5 years for scheme to bribe juror in Minneapolis Feeding Our Future fraud trial. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, March 6, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Tesla owners are embracing full self-drive feature in their cars. WMAL GUEST 8:15 AM - INTERVIEW - MIKE LITTERST - National Park Service          TOPIC: PEAK BLOOM ANNOUNCED! Cherry Blossoms are predicted to hit peak bloom in Washington, D.C. between March 29 and April 1, according to the National Park Service. WMAL GUEST 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - DR. WALID PHARES - former foreign policy advisor to President Trump and author of "Iran: An Imperialist Republic and US Policy "         TOPIC: The latest developments in U.S.-Israeli strikes against the Iranian regime. Daylight Savings Time begins Sunday. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDCShow Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Friday, March 6, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: MARK TEIXEIRA: Former MLB star Mark Teixeira wins the GOP House primary for Texas' 21st District. TEXAS SENATE: Trump says he will endorse "soon" in the Cornyn-Paxton runoff. ELISABETH HASSELBECK: Hasselbeck returns to The View, using studio security as an analogy to challenge hypocrisy on border security.  BIPARTISAN APPEAL: Texas Democrats select James Talarico as their Senate nominee. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 5 AM Hour

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: BRANDON SCOTT: Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott faces fire for $890k in taxpayer spending on parties and perks. HVAC FAILURES: A $1 billion school renovation effort in Baltimore leaves many schools with faulty energy-efficient systems. KRISTI NOEM: Rumors swirl that President Trump is mulling the replacement of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem following heated hearings. IRAN NAVY: Reports show Iran’s navy has been decisively crushed by US and Israeli strikes. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: REP. JOHN MCGUIRE: Congressman John McGuire discusses Spanberger's anti-ICE stance and the war with Iran as a former Navy SEAL. FAIRFAX SCANDAL: Emails reveal Fairfax police warned Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano about the suspect in a brutal Hybla Valley murder. LOUDOUN SROs: The Loudoun School Board faces a critical vote tonight on placing SROs in elementary schools. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: KT MCFARLAND: Former Deputy National Security Advisor KT McFarland breaks down the strategic national security necessity of Operation Epic Fury in Iran. JOE GRUTERS: RNC Chair Joe Gruters previews the midterms and contrasts President Trump's strength with past administrations. WALZ HEARING: Highlights from the House Oversight Committee hearing where Gov. Walz was grilled on Minnesota's social services fraud. FOIE GRAS BAN: Discussion on a potential local DC ballot initiative to ban the sale of foie gras. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: REP. JOHN MCGUIRE (R-VA-05, Former Navy SEAL) on Governor Spanberger’s push to limit ICE cooperation despite rising crime, the upcoming Virginia redistricting referendum, and his perspective on the destruction of Iran’s navy. SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/JohnMcGuire4VA READ: Rep. John McGuire on National Security and Virginia Issues Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 7 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: KT MCFARLAND (Former Deputy National Security Advisor) on why President Trump’s strike on Iran is quintessentially "America First" and how "Operation Epic Fury" aims to prevent a nuclear-armed Iranian regime. WEBSITE: KTMcFarland.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/realKTMcFarland Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

WMAL GUEST: JOE GRUTERS (RNC Chairman) on the GOP's significant fundraising lead over Democrats and how Trump’s military action in Iran signals a return to "overwhelming strength" for the U.S. READ: RNC Vastly Outpacing Democrats in Midterm Fundraising; SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/GOP Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026 / 8 AM Hour

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor andCassie Smedile discussed: James Talarico defeats Jasmine Crockett in Democratic Primary for the U.S. Senate in Texas, Crockett accuses Republicans of cheating. James Talarico’s has controversial interpretations of the Bible. John Cornyn and Ken Paxton heading towards a runoff in the Republican Primary for U.S. Senate in Texas. Mamdani criticizes Iranian regime’s ‘brutal government’ while still condemning U.S. and Israeli attacks. He also refuses to say if Iran is better off with or without the Ayatollah  California Governor Newsom says Netanyahu taking Israel down path that could lead US to rethink military support Where to find more about WMAL's morning show:  Follow the Show Podcasts on Apple podcasts, Audible and Spotify. Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor,  @Jgunlock, @patricepinkfile, @CMSmedile and @heatherhunterdc.  Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Show Website: https://www.wmal.com/oconnor-company/ How to listen live weekdays from 5 to 9 AM: https://www.wmal.com/listenlive/ Episode: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 / 5 AM Hour