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WMAL GUEST: CHUCK THIES (DC Political Analyst) on Kenyan McDuffie’s Official Entry Into the 2026 DC Mayoral Race
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Episode: Monday, January 19, 2026 / 8 AM Hour
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In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed:
STARS TURN OUT: Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Dana White, and the Trump family celebrate the Hoosiers' National Title win in Miami.

CHURCH PROTEST: The DOJ investigates a mob's disruption of a St. Paul church service documented by Don Lemon, as Keith Ellison justifies the protesters.

DAVOS 2026: President Trump doubles down on Greenland ambitions as he prepares to meet global CEOs at the World Economic Forum.

MEDIA BIAS: A look at how the legacy press obsesses over Minneapolis while largely ignoring the ongoing massacre in Iran.

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Episode: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 / 5 AM Hour
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In the 6 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed:
ICE RESCISSION: Jonathan Fahey breaks down the security implications of Governor Spanberger rescinding the order for law enforcement to cooperate with ICE.

MS. RACHEL & MAMDANI: YouTube star Ms. Rachel joins Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani to promote universal childcare in NYC as Trump tightens federal funding oversight.

IRAN MASSACRE: The death toll in Iran surges to over 3,300 as the regime implements a "filternet plus" digital blackout to crush dissent.

ILLEGALS DEBATE: Scott Jennings delivers righteous indignation when told on CNN he cannot use the word "illegals" to describe those entering the country unlawfully.

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Episode: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 / 6 AM Hour
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In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed:
UTILITY SURGE: Daniel Turner explains why Virginia's reentry into the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) will spike electricity bills for residents.

TRUMP TEAM MIAMI: President Trump receives a thunderous reception at the National Championship game in Miami alongside Ivanka and Kai Trump.

DAVOS BOUND: The President heads to Davos this week to meet global leaders while doubling down on his Greenland ambitions.

HOOSIER VICTORY: Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza gives glory to God after leading the Hoosiers to their first CFP National Championship.

MARYLAND SPHERE: Governor Wes Moore announces plans for a smaller-scale Sphere at National Harbor, raising questions about energy and public funding.

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Episode: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 / 7 AM Hour
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In the 8 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed:
GUN RIGHTS: John Lott discusses the Supreme Court taking up a Hawaii case on whether guns can be banned on private property by default.

ANNAPOLIS INSANITY: Maryland Delegate Mark Fisher breaks down the latest from the General Assembly, including the "ICE Breaker Act" and the electricity needs for the National Harbor Sphere.

ELITE RACISM: Michelle Obama faces criticism for comments about choosing fashion designers based on race and her mindfulness of wealth.

VIRGINIA LUNACY: Democrats in Richmond introduce a slew of new taxes and a ban on hand-counting election ballots.

LEAF BLOWER BAN: A look back at the Montgomery County leaf blower fight as similar bans loom for Virginia homeowners.

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Episode: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 / 8 AM Hour
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