Whistleblower testifies to Senate saying Boeing takes shortcuts in assembly of some planes
This week, a Boeing whistleblower testified that Boeing is taking shortcuts in assembling 787 Dreamliners, leaving sections of the aircraft’s skin vulnerable to breaking apart. No one from Boeing attended the two Senate hearings. Long-time aviation safety expert and journalist Andy Pasztor provides a big-picture perspective on Boeing and aviation safety.
House passes $95B aid package for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan
In a Saturday session, the House approved a $95 billion foreign aid package, providing funds for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. Democratic Strategist and president of RC Communications Calvin Dark and GOP strategist Diante Johnson join On The Hill to discuss the funding, the impact of Iran and Israel’s airstrikes and about House Speaker Mike Johnson’s precarious position.
Biden tries to draw in young voters with student loan cancellation while Trump faces legal battles
Inflation remains high and there is no sign that the Federal Reserve is going to cut rates, which doesn’t bode well for President Joe Biden. The president is trying to draw in younger voters by getting rid of more student loan debt. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is dealing with legal issues. On the Hill brings in White House reporter for The Hill Niall Stanage and Bloomberg politics editor Laura Davison to discuss.
Senators sponsor legislation to improve health care for veterans
Senator Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., is sponsoring legislation Veteran Health Care Reform Act that would provide veterans with healthcare in a timely manner, eliminate hurdles to access and wipe out some requirements to allow veterans to seek care anywhere that’s convenient. Retired Master Sergeant US Army Special Forces Jason Beardsley with Concerned Veterans for America joins On The Hill to discuss the bill.
How will Israel respond to Iran's attack?
After Iran launched an attack on Israel, many are wondering what comes next as tension in the Middle East continues to ratchet up. Military analyst Army Major Mike Lyons is On The Hill to discuss what's expected in the coming days and weeks.
Iran launches retaliatory attack on Israel
Iran launched a massive attack on Israel with hundreds of drones and ballistic missiles. Iran's attack is in response to an April 1 Israeli airstrike in Syria that killed two Iranian generals inside an Iranian consulate building. Alex Traiman with the Jewish News Syndicate joins On The Hill to discuss the latest on the ground and where things stand with the hostages and ceasefire.
On The Hill: April 14, 2024
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.
Trump edging Biden out in all but 1 state, polling shows
As the 2024 election nears, polling shows former President Donald Trump is winning in all but one state, where he tied with President Joe Biden. The Democrats put out Biden’s travel campaign schedule and it’s focusing on seven states in particular. Wall Street Journal editor Aaron Zitner explains why these states matter, what are voters saying in the polls, and what key groups are both sides focusing on.
'Next Gen Marxism: What Is It and How To Combat It?'
There have been some significant cultural shifts in the U.S. over the past 5-10 years. Today, Mike Gonzalez, author of 'Next Gen Marxism: What Is It and How To Combat It?' sits down with FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald to talk about these changes and his new book.
Strong jobs report out Friday with 303K jobs added to economy
The latest jobs report is out and by all accounts, it was a strong one. The economy is always the number one factor for voters, so who is this economy helping and hurting? Mark Avallone, founder and president of Potomac Wealth Advisors and Bloomberg editor Reade Pickert join On The Hill to discuss.
On The Hill: April 7, 2024
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: March 31, 2024
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.
Mayor Muriel Bowser, Monumental Sports annouce deal to keep Wizards, Caps in DC
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and Monumental Sports CEO Ted Leonsis announced that the Wizards and Capitals will stay in DC until 2050. The District will invest $515 million over three years to modernize the arena and Leonsis will sign a lease keeping teams in DC for 25 more years. Jordan Goldstein, co-CEO of Gensler and member of the D.C. Economic Club joins On The Hill to discuss the deal.
How real estate comission ruling could change buying and selling
The standard 6% commission on buying or selling a home is gone after the National Association of Realtors agreed to a massive settlement. Real estate consultant Lance Pendleton explains what this means for the home-buying process going forward.
Will Congress support paying for the Key Bridge rebuild? Expert weighs in
Maryland has already asked for $60 million from the federal government to get started. President Joe Biden says he has every intention of the federal government paying the entire cost to rebuild the bridge but will Congress support him? USA Today White House Correspondent Joey Garrison discusses the prospect of a bipartisan agreement on legislation to support the rebuild and other cost considerations in the U.S. budget right now.
What is the economic impact of the Key Bridge collapse?
The deadly Key Bridge collapse has left the Baltimore Harbor, one of the nation's largest ports, temporarily closed. Officials have warned that this could have serious implications for the nation's supply chain. Marty Durbin with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce joins On The Hill to discuss the impact this could have on the nation's economy going forward.
Princess Kate receives support from around the world following cancer diagnosis
Royal Commentator Hilary Fordwich joins On The Hill to talk about the shocking news that Princess Kate Middleton has cancer, the latest developments and the state of the royal family given that King Charles is also battling cancer.