O'Connor & Company

In the 5 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: MINNEAPOLIS SHOOTING: Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem defends ICE agent who fatally shot a woman allegedly attempting to run over officers, labeling it an act of domestic terrorism amid protests and disputes from local officials. SPENCER PRATT CANDIDACY: Reality TV star Spencer Pratt announces bid for Los Angeles mayor against Karen Bass, criticizing her handling of the Palisades Fire and calling himself her "worst nightmare." FIREAID SCAM: House Judiciary Committee report questions distribution of $100 million raised by FireAid for LA wildfire relief, with concerns over funds going to nonprofits rather than direct aid to victims. 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, January 8, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: OHIO FRAUD INVESTIGATIONS: Independent journalist Walter Curt uncovers alleged fraud at Jubba Jubba Daycare and Somali Education Resource Center, including millions in taxpayer dollars and questionable operations. JEOPARDY HOST COMMENTARY: Ken Jennings takes aim at President Trump on social media, vowing support for a 2028 candidate who would prosecute the "former regime." JASON SNEAD INTERVIEW: Executive Director of Honest Elections Project discusses California's Voter ID Initiative surpassing 1 million signatures and concerns over Minnesota's same-day voter registration vouching system. 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, January 8, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: KEN CUCCINELLI INTERVIEW: Former Virginia attorney general discusses Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's visit to Minnesota amid ICE deployments and the fatal shooting of a woman allegedly attacking agents. FOOD PYRAMID RESET: HHS and USDA unveil new Dietary Guidelines emphasizing real food, proteins, and healthy fats while criticizing processed foods, drawing backlash from critics. 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, January 8, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: WALTER CURT INTERVIEW: Independent investigative journalist details Somali fraud investigations in Ohio, including Jubba Jubba Daycare and Somali Education Resource Center profiting from government programs. MINNESOTA FRAUD HEARING: House Oversight Committee clashes over Somali community's role in welfare fraud, with Republicans highlighting statistics and Democrats pushing back on generalizations. DC TRAFFIC CAMERAS: Department of Transportation proposes banning automated traffic cameras in D.C., potentially costing millions in revenue but celebrated by drivers, amid pushback from city officials. 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, January 8, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: JASON SNEAD - Executive Director, Honest Elections Project SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/JasonWSnead / X.com/HonestElections WEBSITE: HonestElections.org 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, January 8, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.