WaPo Layoffs, Wes Moore's KKK Story, California Map Scheme
WaPo Layoffs, Wes Moore's KKK Story, California Map Scheme  
Podcast: O'Connor & Company
Published On: Thu Feb 05 2026
Description: In the 5 AM Hour, Larry O’Connor and Cassie Smedile discussed: WAPO LAYOFFS: The Washington Post announces sweeping layoffs, cutting a third of its staff and closing departments. WES MOORE: A Free Beacon investigation challenges Gov. Wes Moore's claim that his great-grandfather fled the KKK. CALIFORNIA MAP: The Supreme Court clears the way for California to use a new congressional map that favors Democrats. SPANBERGER & ICE: Governor Spanberger directs state law enforcement to end 287(g) agreements with ICE. 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 5, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.