Subramanyam: Trump’s ‘broken promises’ are driving voters away
On The Final 5, Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) argues voters are fed up with what he calls President Trump’s “broken promises,” pointing to rising costs, the war in Iran and the administration’s approach to Russia and Ukraine. The conversation also turns to Northern Virginia’s rapid data center expansion, with the congressman calling for guardrails to ensure companies pay for their own power needs. Looking toward the midterms, he says a Democratic majority should use Congress’ power to defund and end the war in Iran.
On The Final 5, Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) argues voters are fed up with what he calls President Trump’s “broken promises,” pointing to rising costs, the war in Iran and the administration’s approach to Russia and Ukraine. The conversation also turns to Northern Virginia’s rapid data center expansion, with the congressman calling for guardrails to ensure companies pay for their own power needs. Looking toward the midterms, he says a Democratic majority should use Congress’ power to defund and end the war in Iran.
New $25 million whistleblower program promises big payouts sooner, DOJ says
A new Justice Department whistleblower program promises big paydays to those who report certain federal healthcare offenses and fraud related to government programs and is designed to deliver a sizable chunk of those rewards much more quickly.
A new Justice Department whistleblower program promises big paydays to those who report certain federal healthcare offenses and fraud related to government programs and is designed to deliver a sizable chunk of those rewards much more quickly.
Kyle Kennedy, granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy, dead at 42
Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.
Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.
Latest poll reveals Trump's pre-midterm approval rating
President Donald Trump’s job approval rating has fallen to a record low in a new poll, signaling challenges for the Republican party ahead of the November midterm elections.
President Donald Trump’s job approval rating has fallen to a record low in a new poll, signaling challenges for the Republican party ahead of the November midterm elections.
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
The case against Maryland’s Question 3 with Torrey Snow
Torrey Snow of the Protect Maryland Votes coalition joins The Final 5 to make his case against Maryland's Question 3, which would open the door to redrawing the state’s congressional map before the 2028 election. Snow says gerrymandering is wrong regardless of which party benefits. He also points to UMBC polling showing 53% of likely voters opposed to Question 3 and says the coalition includes Democrats and Republicans who believe congressional districts should not be manipulated for partisan advantage.
Torrey Snow of the Protect Maryland Votes coalition joins The Final 5 to make his case against Maryland's Question 3, which would open the door to redrawing the state’s congressional map before the 2028 election. Snow says gerrymandering is wrong regardless of which party benefits. He also points to UMBC polling showing 53% of likely voters opposed to Question 3 and says the coalition includes Democrats and Republicans who believe congressional districts should not be manipulated for partisan advantage.
Hillary'S 2016 warnings get a second look as Democrats chart their future
Ten years after the last Clinton-Trump debate that erupted in a exchange over Vladimir Putin, the former Secretary of State is revisiting her exchange. Kaivan Shroff, who worked on the 2016 campaign, argues that many of Clinton’s warnings about Trump — from his relationship with Vladimir Putin and tariffs to abortion rights and Iran — proved prescient. But as Jim Lokay asks Shroff, is there an audience for Clinton after voters rebuffed her candidacy in 2016?
Ten years after the last Clinton-Trump debate that erupted in a exchange over Vladimir Putin, the former Secretary of State is revisiting her exchange. Kaivan Shroff, who worked on the 2016 campaign, argues that many of Clinton’s warnings about Trump — from his relationship with Vladimir Putin and tariffs to abortion rights and Iran — proved prescient. But as Jim Lokay asks Shroff, is there an audience for Clinton after voters rebuffed her candidacy in 2016?
Supreme Court to hear case on race in Maryland middle school admissions
The Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear a case about the role race plays in middle school admissions, three years after a majority on the high court struck down affirmative action in college.
The Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear a case about the role race plays in middle school admissions, three years after a majority on the high court struck down affirmative action in college.
Trump rally threats: Kansas man charged after assassination threat claims "already mapped roofs"
A Kansas man was arrested after repeated threats to assassinate President Donald Trump were posted on local television news stations’ social media pages, including a claim to have scouted locations where he could shoot the commander in chief during Monday’s rally near Wichita.
A Kansas man was arrested after repeated threats to assassinate President Donald Trump were posted on local television news stations’ social media pages, including a claim to have scouted locations where he could shoot the commander in chief during Monday’s rally near Wichita.
Massachusetts GOP candidate ends campaign following DUI arrest
Shawn Oliver, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor of Massachusetts, ended his campaign after being arrested on suspicion of operating under the influence charges following a car crash over the weekend.
Shawn Oliver, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor of Massachusetts, ended his campaign after being arrested on suspicion of operating under the influence charges following a car crash over the weekend.
Maryland 2026 midterm election: Key deadlines, early voting dates, how to register
With early voting set to begin this week, here is everything you need to know to cast your vote in Maryland's 2026 general election.
With early voting set to begin this week, here is everything you need to know to cast your vote in Maryland's 2026 general election.
Envelopes with suspicious substance force evacuations at Maryland, Virginia congressional offices
Two D.C.-area lawmakers said letters containing a suspicious substance were sent to their offices.
Two D.C.-area lawmakers said letters containing a suspicious substance were sent to their offices.
Trump mocks the name Mohammad in campaign speech
While speaking in Dalton, Georgia on Friday, President Donald Trump mocked Iran and joked about the popularity of the name Mohammad in the Muslim world.
While speaking in Dalton, Georgia on Friday, President Donald Trump mocked Iran and joked about the popularity of the name Mohammad in the Muslim world.
Rep. Don Beyer on East Potomac Golf Course closure, AI ATC system
Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) joins FOX 5 to discuss President Trump's plan to close the East Potomac Golf Course and the use of an AI system to manage flights at Washington area airports, including DCA.
Representative Don Beyer (D-VA) joins FOX 5 to discuss President Trump's plan to close the East Potomac Golf Course and the use of an AI system to manage flights at Washington area airports, including DCA.
Trump approval hits record low as midterms near: poll
Presidential approval ratings are among the most important factors in midterm elections.
Presidential approval ratings are among the most important factors in midterm elections.
On The Hill: October 18, 2026
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.
Republicans break ranks with Trump over Russia sanctions waiver: 'Terrible misjudgment'
President Donald Trump's decision to waive new sanctions on Russia is drawing sharp criticism from Republicans and Democrats alike.
President Donald Trump's decision to waive new sanctions on Russia is drawing sharp criticism from Republicans and Democrats alike.
No Kings rallies draw crowds in major US cities ahead of midterms
Hundreds of No Kings rallies drew big crowds in cities across the U.S. with the aim of getting people out to vote early in the midterms.
Hundreds of No Kings rallies drew big crowds in cities across the U.S. with the aim of getting people out to vote early in the midterms.
Katie Zacharia 'transitioning out' of her role as White House press secretary
Press secretary Katie Zacharia is expected to be “transitioning out” of her role with the White House.
Press secretary Katie Zacharia is expected to be “transitioning out” of her role with the White House.
Katie Zacharia addresses brevity of first press briefing, defends legal credentials after criticism
New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia said that she did her "very best" during her first briefing as she defended herself against criticism surrounding her legal credentials on "Hannity" Thursday.
New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia said that she did her "very best" during her first briefing as she defended herself against criticism surrounding her legal credentials on "Hannity" Thursday.