Wildfires in California Ignite Political Debate
As wildfires ravage Southern California, the devastation has sparked heated debates about the causes and solutions. On "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay," Chris Barnard, president of the American Conservation Coalition (ACC), shared his insights on the political and environmental factors fueling these disasters.
As wildfires ravage Southern California, the devastation has sparked heated debates about the causes and solutions. On "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay," Chris Barnard, president of the American Conservation Coalition (ACC), shared his insights on the political and environmental factors fueling these disasters.
Conservatives' top priorities in new Congress
Conservative analyst Josselin Castillo is Jim's guest on "The Final 5," as they discuss major legislation before the new unified Republican majority in Congress -- including this week's passage of the Laken Riley Act, aimed at tightening enforcement of immigration law when it comes to those who are in the U.S. illegally.
Conservative analyst Josselin Castillo is Jim's guest on "The Final 5," as they discuss major legislation before the new unified Republican majority in Congress -- including this week's passage of the Laken Riley Act, aimed at tightening enforcement of immigration law when it comes to those who are in the U.S. illegally.
Trump's expansion plans & legal battles before inauguration
Jim Lokay is joined by Allison Gill to discuss President-elect Trump's ambitious expansion plans for his 2024 campaign, and whether that's taking up too much of the national conversation ahead of his inauguration. Gill also delved into Trump's ongoing legal battles, his momentum and the continuing legal challenges, including his bid to avert Friday's sentencing in his hush money case.
Jim Lokay is joined by Allison Gill to discuss President-elect Trump's ambitious expansion plans for his 2024 campaign, and whether that's taking up too much of the national conversation ahead of his inauguration. Gill also delved into Trump's ongoing legal battles, his momentum and the continuing legal challenges, including his bid to avert Friday's sentencing in his hush money case.
The battle ahead for Trump's cabinet
Some of President-Elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees will skate through confirmation. Others, like DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard, will face scrutiny from Democrats -- even as Republicans control the Senate. Jim discusses that and more with Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright on "The Final 5."
Some of President-Elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees will skate through confirmation. Others, like DNI nominee Tulsi Gabbard, will face scrutiny from Democrats -- even as Republicans control the Senate. Jim discusses that and more with Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright on "The Final 5."
Analysis: Trump plans to take Greenland, Canada, and Panama Canal
On Tuesday, President-elect Trump refused to rule out military action to pursue his unprecedented vow to take Greenland and the Panama Canal -- plus absorb Canada. Why has he set his sights on expanding beyond the United States' borders? Jim discusses that with Jim Zirin of Washington Monthly on "The Final 5."
On Tuesday, President-elect Trump refused to rule out military action to pursue his unprecedented vow to take Greenland and the Panama Canal -- plus absorb Canada. Why has he set his sights on expanding beyond the United States' borders? Jim discusses that with Jim Zirin of Washington Monthly on "The Final 5."
Trump’s popular vote win is GOP's first in 20 years
For the first time in 20 years, a Republican presidential candidate is ready to take the White House as the winner of the popular vote.
For the first time in 20 years, a Republican presidential candidate is ready to take the White House as the winner of the popular vote.
Congress certifies Donald Trump's election win, paving way for January inauguration
Congress has certified Donald Trump’s election victory, ensuring his inauguration as president on January 20. The process, typically a ceremonial step, was smoother compared to 2021 when a mob disrupted proceedings.
Congress has certified Donald Trump’s election victory, ensuring his inauguration as president on January 20. The process, typically a ceremonial step, was smoother compared to 2021 when a mob disrupted proceedings.
Congress certifies Donald Trump's election win
On Monday, Congress is set to certify Donald Trump’s election win, a process that is expected to be less contentious than four years ago, when it was disrupted by a violent mob.
On Monday, Congress is set to certify Donald Trump’s election win, a process that is expected to be less contentious than four years ago, when it was disrupted by a violent mob.
Security for Jan. 6, Carter funeral top concern for Capitol Police
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger joined FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald to discuss Jan 6 four years ago, and what efforts are in place now.
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger joined FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald to discuss Jan 6 four years ago, and what efforts are in place now.
Suhas Subramanyam sworn in to the US House of Representatives
Rep. Suhas Subramanyam joined FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald following his swearing-in to the House.
Rep. Suhas Subramanyam joined FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald following his swearing-in to the House.
National debt major source of conflict for GOP
The issue of the nation's debt nearly cost Mike Johnson his role as speaker of the House. CFFB Policy Director Chris Towner shares why the national debt is such a controversial topic.
The issue of the nation's debt nearly cost Mike Johnson his role as speaker of the House. CFFB Policy Director Chris Towner shares why the national debt is such a controversial topic.
On The Hill, Sunday, January 5, 2025
On The Hill, a weekly politics show featuring FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald, is a staple of Sunday morning political talk in Washington, D.C.
On The Hill, a weekly politics show featuring FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald, is a staple of Sunday morning political talk in Washington, D.C.
Mike Johnson Re-elected as House Speaker
January 3rd, 2024. The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics.
January 3rd, 2024. The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics.
PANEL: Can the new Congress get anything done?
After Friday's speaker election, the focus turns to what the Republican majority can get done -- and whether hardliners on both sides can get on board with reaching across the aisle when it comes to passing legislation with a razor-thin margin. Jim discusses that and more with Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling and conservative strategist Brittany Martinez.
After Friday's speaker election, the focus turns to what the Republican majority can get done -- and whether hardliners on both sides can get on board with reaching across the aisle when it comes to passing legislation with a razor-thin margin. Jim discusses that and more with Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling and conservative strategist Brittany Martinez.
Johnson keeps the gavel, so what was in it for holdouts?
Speaker Mike Johnson will lead his party through the new Congress, and while he won the gavel on the first ballot, it took some wrangling from President-Elect Trump to get at least two holdouts on board. Jim Lokay discusses the vote and what might be in it for those who flipped with Eric Michael Garcia from The Independent on "The Final 5."
Speaker Mike Johnson will lead his party through the new Congress, and while he won the gavel on the first ballot, it took some wrangling from President-Elect Trump to get at least two holdouts on board. Jim Lokay discusses the vote and what might be in it for those who flipped with Eric Michael Garcia from The Independent on "The Final 5."
Previewing Friday's speaker vote; GOP's priorities in new Congress
As House Speaker Mike Johnson seeks another term, Republicans are gearing up to hold the trifecta in Washington -- controlling the House, Senate, and White House. Will Johnson turn back a potential challenge, and what conservative priorities will get the fastest attention? Jim Lokay discusses that and more with Republican strategist Erin Perrine on "The Final 5."
As House Speaker Mike Johnson seeks another term, Republicans are gearing up to hold the trifecta in Washington -- controlling the House, Senate, and White House. Will Johnson turn back a potential challenge, and what conservative priorities will get the fastest attention? Jim Lokay discusses that and more with Republican strategist Erin Perrine on "The Final 5."
What we know about New Orleans terror attack
Jim Lokay discusses the deadly New Year's vehicle attack in New Orleans that left 14 dead and injured dozens more with Lester Munson from the National Security Institute, plus how the upcoming change in administration might impact the investigation into the apparent ISIS-inspired incident.
Jim Lokay discusses the deadly New Year's vehicle attack in New Orleans that left 14 dead and injured dozens more with Lester Munson from the National Security Institute, plus how the upcoming change in administration might impact the investigation into the apparent ISIS-inspired incident.
New Orleans massacre tightens DC security for inauguration, former President Carter’s funeral
The New Orleans attack is being analyzed closely by security officials in Washington, D.C. The next few weeks are already packed with high-profile events around the nation’s capital. FOX 5’s Tom Fitzgerald spoke with officials about the impact that is sure to heighten awareness even further.
The New Orleans attack is being analyzed closely by security officials in Washington, D.C. The next few weeks are already packed with high-profile events around the nation’s capital. FOX 5’s Tom Fitzgerald spoke with officials about the impact that is sure to heighten awareness even further.
Year in Review; Jimmy Carter, role of the media in 2024 election
Jim Lokay is joined by Ordinary Times editor Andrew Donaldson to discuss the post-White House legacy of Jimmy Carter, plus the media's role in the 2024 election, and what we can expect going into a new year.
Jim Lokay is joined by Ordinary Times editor Andrew Donaldson to discuss the post-White House legacy of Jimmy Carter, plus the media's role in the 2024 election, and what we can expect going into a new year.
A closer look at Trump's Day One agenda
President-elect Donald Trump has announced some sweeping plans as part of his Day One agenda. Democratic advisor and David Goodfriend and Republican strategist Keith Nahigian talk about what's expected to come out of the White House come 2025 in this week's On The Hill political panel.
President-elect Donald Trump has announced some sweeping plans as part of his Day One agenda. Democratic advisor and David Goodfriend and Republican strategist Keith Nahigian talk about what's expected to come out of the White House come 2025 in this week's On The Hill political panel.