Virginia’s Redistricting Victory, Census Nightmares, More Snow Talk
Virginia’s Redistricting Victory, Census Nightmares, More Snow Talk  
Podcast: O'Connor & Company
Published On: Wed Jan 28 2026
Description: In the 5 AM hour, Larry O'Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: COURTROOM WIN: A Virginia judge voids the Democrats’ mid-decade redistricting push, ruling that lawmakers overstepped their authority. CENSUS FORECAST: A new 2030 apportionment forecast shows a massive electoral swing toward Republican states following new population estimates. BEYOND THE DMV: Power outages hit Tennessee following a winter blast, while local residents continue to debate snow removal efforts. RIGGING RUMORS: Examining persistent concerns about Democrats rigging the Census through deliberate state undercounts. 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, January 28, 2026 / 5 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.