In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed:

• INTERVIEW: Dr. Richard Samuelson: Associate Professor of Government, Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College on what caused the American Revolution? This interview is the latest in the series “America 250: A Conversation with Hillsdale College’s Washington, D.C. Campus Graduate School of Government” in partnership with WMAL.
• VP Vance on Iran: Vice President JD Vance said that the Iranian delegation wasn’t fully authorized to strike a deal as the U.S. and Iran may return to negotiations as early as this weekend. Vance also addresses Pope Leo’s critical comments towards President Trump.
• Swalwell Allegations: Two women who have accused Rep. Eric Swalwell of misconduct told CBS News that, while they feel "vindicated" now that he has dropped his bid to become California's next governor and will resign from his seat in Congress, there is still work to be done.

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Episode: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 / 8 AM Hour