"Yes" on redistricting has the edge, but wild cards remain
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New polling from StateNavigate.org shows proponents of  Virginia's mid-decade redistricting referendum pushed by Democrats holding the edge, 50.7%-45.4%, but strong early turnout in some heavily Republican parts of the Commonwealth could sway the outcome next week. Jim discusses the poll with Chaz Nuttycombe on The Final 5. 

Here's who is running in DC's mayoral primary on June 16

D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser announced that she will not be running for reelection after over a decade in office, and the candidates for the mayoral primary election in June are pouring in. 

Lawmakers push to remove Trump's student loan forgiveness rule

Lawmakers are looking to overturn one of the Trump administration's changes to a student loan forgiveness program. 

Top candidates trade personal blows in race for DC Delegate

D.C. Councilmember Robert White is calling for fellow Councilmember Brooke Pinto to suspend her campaign for D.C. Delegate, over a document her campaign posted which included things like White's address and information about his family. Pinto has accused White of repeatedly attacking her family.

Contempt proceedings against Trump administration must stop, judge rules

A divided U.S. appeals court panel has ruled that an “intrusive” criminal contempt investigation into the Trump administration over deportation flights to El Salvador must stop. 

Rushern Baker eyes poltiical return in MD-05
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Former Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker is vying for the Democratic nomination in Maryland's 5th District as longtime Rep. Steny Hoyer retires. He joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 to talk about the race, the issues, and how the future of the FBI headquarters played a role in his decision.

Miyares calls Dem push to redistrict VA "rigging elections"
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Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 ahead of next week's referendum, urging voters to reject the proposed redistricting changes, arguing the current bipartisan system already reflects the will of Virginians and serves as a national model. He says the new plan would undo that progress, accusing its backers of attempting to “rig” districts for political gain.

Miyares on VA redistricting push: “rigging elections”
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Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 ahead of next week's referendum, urging voters to reject the proposed redistricting changes, arguing the current bipartisan system already reflects the will of Virginians and serves as a national model. He says the new plan would undo that progress, accusing its backers of attempting to “rig” districts for political gain.

Justice Dept. urges court to toss out convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers in Jan. 6 attacks

The U.S. Department of Justice wants an appellate court to throw out the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders who were found guilty of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.

Eric Swalwell accuser details 2018 incident where she was allegedly drugged, raped

A woman detailing sexual assault claims against Eric Swalwell spoke out Tuesday in Beverly Hills, alleging the former Congressman drugged and raped her in 2018.

DOJ report alleges Biden-era weaponization against pro-life Americans

The Justice Department released a report alleging the Biden administration misused the FACE Act to target anti-abortion activists.

TMZ DC launches in nation's capital

TMZ, the tabloid website known for celebrity breaking news and interviews, is expanding into Washington, D.C., with a new team assigned to track lawmakers and political figures.

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger weighs gun safety legislation

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is taking last‑minute action on several issues, including gun control measures. Some of the legislation was vetoed last year by former Gov. Glenn Youngkin.

Can the IRS be fixed by Tax Day? (Probably not.)
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With tax day looming and major changes to the tax code facing filers, the calls to reform or do away with the IRS are familiar amongst frustrated Americans. David McGarry of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance joins Jim on The Final 5 to offer some ideas on how the IRS can work better in the future.

Dems pushing for vote on Iran war, but GOP resists
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Congress returned to Capitol Hill on Monday, as Democrats continue calls for a war powers resolution on the War in Iran. Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) joins the Final 5 to explain why he's continuing the push in the face of the measure's almost likely defeat. 

Trump touts tax change with $100 tip to DoorDash driver at White House

With just two days to go until the IRS deadline, President Donald Trump wanted to showcase one of his signature tax initiatives with the help of some McDonald’s and a $100 tip to the DoorDash delivery driver.

Rep. Eric Swalwell announces resignation from Congress amid sexual assault allegations

Swalwell’s announcement comes just a day after he suspended his campaign for California governor, which came amid numerous sexual assault allegations made against the man by several women.

Disaster aid approved for seven states, others wait for a decision

Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.