It's Trump's Party Now, Democrat Meltdown, Pope Warns Against AI Sermons
It's Trump's Party Now, Democrat Meltdown, Pope Warns Against AI Sermons  
Podcast: O'Connor & Company
Published On: Thu Feb 26 2026
Description: In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: DUTY TO PROTECT: President Trump challenged Congress to stand if they agree the first duty of government is to protect citizens over illegal aliens, leading to a visible divide as Democrats remained seated. DEM MELTDOWN: A look at the ongoing Democratic reaction to the SOTU, including comments from Rep. Jared Moskowitz and Gil Cisneros. POKER CONVICTION: SCOTUSblog co-founder Tom Goldstein has been convicted on tax evasion charges related to $50 million in high-stakes poker winnings. CUBA ATTACK: The Cuban Coast Guard opened fire on a U.S.-registered speedboat near Cayo Falcones, resulting in four fatalities. POPE ON AI: Pope Leo XIV warned clergy against using artificial intelligence to write homilies, emphasizing that "faith cannot be spread via algorithms." 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, February 26, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.