Virginia Senate Race, Katie Gorka on Fairfax Elections, Bessent on Minnesota Fraud

In the 6 AM hour, Larry O’Connor and Carrie Lukas discussed:

• YOUNGKIN ON SENATE RACE: Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin discusses the upcoming special election for the Virginia Senate seat vacated by Adam Ebbin.
• KATIE GORKA INTERVIEW: Fairfax GOP Chairwoman discusses important special elections in Fairfax County.
• MINNESOTA UPDATE: DHS confirms deportation flights from Minneapolis carrying criminal convicts amid ongoing tensions.
• BESSENT ANNOUNCEMENTS: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vows to prosecute Minnesota fraud and expand investigations to other states.

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Episode: Monday, January 12, 2026 / 6 AM Hour

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