Shutdown Update, Troubling Decline in College Readiness

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: VA Redistricting: Larry and Patrice also share the latest data as far as early voting turnout before the April 21 election as well as spending efforts by Virginia Republicans as opposed to Democrats. Birthright Citizenship: President Trump tells Fox News' Peter Doocy he's going to the Supreme Court Wednesday for expected birthright citizenship arguments. 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: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Cal Thomas: Syndicated Columnist on President Trump’s scheduled address to the nation tonight regarding the Iran war. Cal also discusses the Supreme Court by an 8-1 vote overturning laws banning conversion therapy for gays who seek it.  Iran Update: Gen. Caine says the thousands of soldiers and Marines deployed to the Middle East for a "range of military options," not just boots on the ground. President Trump also estimates U.S. forces will leave Iran in "2-to-3 weeks."  Goodbye DC Streetcar: After a decade in service, the DC Streetcar made its final run along H Street & Benning Road Tuesday night after the city spent $200 million launching the line. 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: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Hans Von Spakovsky: Senior Legal Fellow at Advancing American Freedom’s (AAF) on the Supreme Court hearing oral arguments Wednesday in a case seeking to end birthright citizenship for children of illegal aliens and other non-U.S. citizens. Hans also discusses President Trump signing an executive order Tuesday cracking down on mail-in voting across the country. INTERVIEW: Clayton Anderson: Retired NASA Astronaut discusses tonight’s scheduled launch of Artemis II, the first crewed test flight of NASA’s Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon and establishing a long-term lunar presence. Trump Ballroom: President Trump on Tuesday railed against a lawsuit challenging the White House ballroom construction and other projects as a judge ruled construction on the ballroom must be halted. Kid Rock: Nashville mansion flyover incident ends as Hegseth clears aircrew, lifts suspension. 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: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Reagan Reese: Daily Caller White House Correspondent on President Trump attending the Supreme Court arguments on birthright citizenship and signing an executive order on mail-in voting. Reese also gives updates on the war in Iran and the DC Task Force. Kristi Noem’s Husband: Kristi Noem & President Trump respond to shocking cross-dressing photos tied to her husband. GW University Tuition: George Washington University announced that next academic year, the estimated cost for returning students will be just over $98,000 per year. Critter News: British reporter's play-by-play of Larry the Cat hunting a mouse is hilarious in how he tries to make it sound like a serious report. 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: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 5 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Trump Pays TSA Workers: Airport wait times plummet from hours to minutes as TSA workers start getting back pay after President Trump signed a memo on Friday ordering the DHS to pay T.S.A. officers.  Back to the Moon: NASA begins the countdown for humanity’s first launch to the moon in 53 years, as the 32-story Space Launch System rocket is poised to blast off Wednesday evening with four astronauts.  Nick Minock Update: According to the WJLA ABC7 reporter, the Department of Education is opening an investigation in Fairfax County after an 18-year-old illegal immigrant was accused of groping multiple students at Fairfax High School. 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: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: Iran Update: President Trump shared jaw-dropping video footage Monday of a massive explosion in Iran reportedly caused by a US airstrike on a large ammunition depot in Isfahan.  Sec. Marco Rubio also clapped back at George Stephanopoulos on ABC’s “This Week” about the administration’s objectives in Iran. L.A. Decline: Los Angeles County sees largest population decline in the U.S., census data shows. L.A. Mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt also releases “Latinos Por Pratt” campaign video slamming Mayor Karen Bass. Sitting Study: Hate exercise? You can actually fight dementia from your couch according to a Swedish study. No Kings Money: As Fox News Digital reported, about 500 organizations with an estimated combined annual revenue of about $3 billion sponsored and organized the “No Kings” demonstrations. 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: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 7 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Dr. Barbara Cohen: A member of NASA’s Artemis II Lunar Science Team discusses Artemis II, the first crewed test flight of NASA’s Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon and establishing a long-term lunar presence. INTERVIEW: Daniel Turner: Executive Director of Power the Future on the latest developments from Iran and their impact on America’s energy supply. Trump Library: Trump shares renderings of his presidential library — a massive skyscraper in Miami. Scott Presler: “Early Vote Action” founder is rallying Virginians across the state to vote against the Virginia redistricting referendum on April 21. 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: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the 8 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Patrice Onwuka discussed: INTERVIEW: Asra Normani:  Senior Editor of Investigations at Fox News Digital on The Radicals behind the No Kings Protests. INTERVIEW: Rep. Ben Cline: R-VA on Virginia’s gerrymandering effort and his rallies with Scott Presler. TSA Pay Update: Airport wait times plummet from hours to minutes as TSA workers start getting back pay after President Trump signed a memo on Friday ordering the DHS to pay T.S.A. officers.  Chick-Fil-A Challenge: A Chick-fil-A restaurant in Towson Place, MD is offering families free ice cream if they put away their phones for their entire meal.  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: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: DR. BARBARA COHEN (NASA Artemis II Lunar Science Team) on the countdown for the first crewed journey around the moon in more than 50 years, the mission's 10-day flight path, and NASA's plans for a long-term lunar presence. WEBSITE: NASA GSFC Bio: Dr. Barbara Cohen SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/NASAArtemis 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: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WMAL GUEST: DANIEL TURNER (Founder and Executive Director of Power The Future) on President Trump's warning to Iran regarding the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and the potential for strikes on Iranian oil wells and power plants. WEBSITE: PowerTheFuture.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/DanielTurnerPTF 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: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.