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O"Connor & Company

WMAL | Cumulus Media Washington

Enjoy O"Connor & Company from the nation"s capital! Heard weekdays from 5am to 9am on WMAL in Washington, D.C.

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29:55

LATEST IRAN NEWS, PAXTON MAKES A MOVE, TRANS POLICIES...

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2026/03/06

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice 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 KenPaxton ‘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

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28:14

VIRGINIA DEMS BLAME TRUMP FOR FAIRFAX MURDER, MORE ON...

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2026/03/06

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

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27:05

KRISTI NOEM FIRED AS DHS SECRETARY, VICTORIA COATES,...

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2026/03/06

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

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26:57

TESLA FULL SELF-DRIVING, MIKE LITTERST, DR. WALID...

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2026/03/06

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

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32:19

Baseball Star Wins Texas Primary, Trump Endorsement...

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2026/03/05

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:

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30:45

Baltimore Spending Scandals, Noem Rumors, Iran Update

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2026/03/05

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

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29:49

Rep. John McGuire, Fairfax Murder Scandal, Loudoun...

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2026/03/05

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

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27:19

KT McFarland, Joe Gruters, Minnesota Fraud Hearings,...

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2026/03/05

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

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10:05

Rep. John McGuire on Spanberger's ICE Policy and the...

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2026/03/05

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:

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10:08

KT McFarland on Operation Epic Fury and the Iran War

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2026/03/05

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

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7:13

RNC Chairman Joe Gruters on Midterm Fundraising

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2026/03/05

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

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31:44

TEXAS PRIMARY RESULTS, ZOHRAN MAMDANI CAN’T CONDEMN...

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2026/03/04

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie 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

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27:27

LATEST ON IRAN, CAL THOMAS, MISSOURI SENATOR...

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2026/03/04

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: Israel bombs Iran’s top mullahs as they count votes for next supreme leader President Trump suggests that he might have forced Israel’s hand in attack on Iran WMAL GUEST 6:35 AM - INTERVIEW - CAL THOMAS - Syndicated columnist CAL’s latest column: Trump fulfills his promise, He did what no other U.S. president would do Virginia Gov.Spanberger slammed by U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO), DHS and ICE for

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28:40

JONATHAN FAHEY, MOCO SCHOOL BUSES, REP. ROB WITTMAN,...

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2026/03/04

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: WMAL GUEST 7:05 AM - INTERVIEW - JONATHAN FAHEY - Former Federal Prosecutor and former Acting Director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) SOCIAL MEDIA: https://x.com/JonforFairfax TOPIC: Spanberger slammed by DHS, ICE for 'protecting' illegal immigrant accused of murder Montgomery County School District that bought electric buses is now ordering more than 100 diesel buses WMAL GUEST 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW -

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26:32

MD SEN. JUSTIN READY, KRISTI NOEM HEARING BEFORE...

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2026/03/04

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: WMAL GUEST 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - MD SEN. JUSTIN READY - MD State Senator for District: 5: Frederick and Carroll TOPIC: MARYLAND HB 432 - would stop counties and towns from outlawing vagrancy and clearing encampments. DHS SECRETARY NOEM TALKS ABOUT HOW BIDEN ADMINISTRATION LOST MIGRANT CHILDREN AND EVEN PAID CHILD TRAFFICKERS TO SPONSOR KIDS Biden admin 'hotline' for migrant children complaining about sponsors left 65,000

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31:55

IS WINTER OVER IN D.C.?, IRAN STRIKE IS BIG HIT ON...

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2026/03/03

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: Is yesterday’s snow in D.C. Winter’s last gasp? Charts show China’s oil dilemma after US strikes on Iran. Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly and Matt Walsh all have interesting opinions on the U.S.A’s action against 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,

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29:24

RUBIO & HEGSETH on IRAN’S ROLE IN THE WORLD, CHRIS...

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2026/03/03

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: Pete Hegseth and Marco Rubio answer questions about U.S. strikes in Iran. WMAL GUEST 6:35 AM - INTERVIEW - CHRIS EKSTROM - Chairman of the Texas Truth PAC on today’s Texas primaries, particularly Texas House District 56 X: @TexasTruthPAC TOPIC: Major Statewide & Federal Races in the TEXAS PRIMARIES TODAY Trump to attend White House Correspondents Dinner after longtime boycott Where to find more about WMAL's

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27:54

MD DEL. MATT MORGAN, SPANBERGER WON’T WORK WITH...

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2026/03/03

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WMAL GUEST 7:05 AM - MATT MORGAN - Republican, District 29A, St. Mary's County and member of the Maryland Freedom Caucus X: https://x.com/MattMorgan29A TOPICS: Dems wrong on immigration in Maryland, targeting ICE agents The redistricting effort seems to have fallen apart in Maryland Virginia Governor Spanberger ends ICE agreement involving Virginia State Police and corrections officers WMAL GUEST 7:35 AM - INTERVIEW

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25:27

PAT HERRITY, SMASHING PUMPKINS / BILLY CORGAN, SANA...

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2026/03/03

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WMAL GUEST 8:05 AM - INTERVIEW - SUPERVISOR PAT HERRITY - Fairfax County Supervisor - represents the Springfield District on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors TOPICS: Fairfax taxes may be going up AGAIN Crime in Fairfax enabled by Descano Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins on the suppression of rock in culture since the late nineties WMAL GUEST 8:35 AM - INTERVIEW - SANA EBRAHIMI - Iranian activist X:

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9:00

Chris Ekstrom on the High-Stakes Texas Primaries

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2026/03/03

WMAL GUEST: CHRIS EKSTROM (Chairman of the Texas Truth PAC) on today’s Texas primary elections, the Trump-Abbott "Proxy War," and why House District 56 serves as a bellwether for the conservative movement against the Austin establishment. WEBSITE: TexasTruthPAC.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/TexasTruthPAC PAC TV AD: Ralph Patterson: The Better Choice 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:

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