In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed:

• Trump Hosts King Charles: President Trump hosts King Charles and Queen Camila for a state dinner last night after King Charles gave an address to Congress.
• Royal Fashion: Larry and Bethany review the fashion choices of the state dinner attendees, including First Lady Melania Trump.
• Dem Candidate on ICE: Dr. Ala Stanford, a Democrat running for Congress in Philadelphia, cannot answer who should be in charge of immigration enforcement if ICE is abolished.
• New Midterm Polls Show 50/50 Split: A new Harvard/Harris poll asking “If the congressional election were held today, would you be more likely to vote for a Democrat or Republican for Congress?” shows a 50/50 split.

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Episode: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 / 5 AM Hour