Ken Cuccinelli, Virginia’s 50 New Taxes, WaPo Layoffs, Potomac Sewage Spill
Podcast:O'Connor & Company Published On: Thu Jan 29 2026 Description: In the 7 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: REDISTRICTING VICTORY: KEN CUCCINELLI breaks down the court ruling voiding the Virginia Democrats' mid-decade redistricting amendment for overstepping authority. TAX TSUNAMI: Virginia Democrats introduce over 50 new tax proposals, including taxes on Amazon deliveries, gym memberships, and dog walking. SAVE THE POST: Washington Post journalists implore Jeff Bezos to stop massive layoffs as the outlet considers shuttering its sports desk and foreign bureau. SEWAGE SPILL: DC Water reports progress in containing a massive spill near Cabin John that contaminated the Potomac River with high levels of E. coli. 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 29, 2026 / 7 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.