Feinberg reflects on 9/11 fund’s lasting human toll
25 years after the September 11 attacks, former 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Special Master Kenneth Feinberg reflects on the daunting task of assigning financial compensation to families amid unimaginable grief. In an in-studio Final 5 interview ahead of the re-release of his book "What Is Life Worth?", Feinberg shares the personal stories that stayed with him, explains the formula Congress required him to follow and discusses the enduring responsibility to remember the victims—and the lessons of national unity for a new generation.
25 years after the September 11 attacks, former 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Special Master Kenneth Feinberg reflects on the daunting task of assigning financial compensation to families amid unimaginable grief. In an in-studio Final 5 interview ahead of the re-release of his book "What Is Life Worth?", Feinberg shares the personal stories that stayed with him, explains the formula Congress required him to follow and discusses the enduring responsibility to remember the victims—and the lessons of national unity for a new generation.
Piker puts Michigan Senate race, Dem divisions in spotlight
Political commentator Kaivan Shroff joins The Final 5 to discuss the controversy surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s association with progressive streamer Hasan Piker. Shroff says Piker’s past remarks, including a comment about 9/11 for which he later apologized, are indefensible—but argues El-Sayed’s response has allowed the issue to linger and handed Republicans an effective line of attack. The conversation also examines broader tensions inside the Democratic Party over progressivism, Israel policy and claims of Islamophobic attacks against El-Sayed.
Political commentator Kaivan Shroff joins The Final 5 to discuss the controversy surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed’s association with progressive streamer Hasan Piker. Shroff says Piker’s past remarks, including a comment about 9/11 for which he later apologized, are indefensible—but argues El-Sayed’s response has allowed the issue to linger and handed Republicans an effective line of attack. The conversation also examines broader tensions inside the Democratic Party over progressivism, Israel policy and claims of Islamophobic attacks against El-Sayed.
Apple Maps switches to ‘Lake America’ for some users
Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its popular Maps app, but only for users in the United States. The new name began appearing for users on Tuesday, just a day after the Trump administration revealed that it appealed directly to the tech giant to make the switch.
Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America in its popular Maps app, but only for users in the United States. The new name began appearing for users on Tuesday, just a day after the Trump administration revealed that it appealed directly to the tech giant to make the switch.
Few Americans support 'Lake America' name, poll finds
A majority of Americans oppose President Donald Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," a new poll found.
A majority of Americans oppose President Donald Trump's order to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America," a new poll found.
Video shows moment FBI confronts former Congressman Eric Swalwell at SFO
Newly obtained video footage shows the moment former Congressman Eric Swalwell was confronted by federal agents at San Francisco International Airport.
Newly obtained video footage shows the moment former Congressman Eric Swalwell was confronted by federal agents at San Francisco International Airport.
House returns with government funding deadline and midterms looming
On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Punchbowl News reporter Max Cohen explains what Congress is expected to accomplish before lawmakers return to the campaign trail. The House’s immediate priority is passing a bipartisan short-term funding bill that would avert a shutdown and extend government funding beyond the November elections, while Republicans also pursue a resolution condemning socialism as a campaign-season messaging strategy.
On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Punchbowl News reporter Max Cohen explains what Congress is expected to accomplish before lawmakers return to the campaign trail. The House’s immediate priority is passing a bipartisan short-term funding bill that would avert a shutdown and extend government funding beyond the November elections, while Republicans also pursue a resolution condemning socialism as a campaign-season messaging strategy.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after 18 months on the job, White House says
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday. Here's what to know.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday. Here's what to know.
Supreme Court signs off on White House ballroom construction continuing
Construction of the new ballroom at the White House will continue following a temporary order by the Supreme Court.
Construction of the new ballroom at the White House will continue following a temporary order by the Supreme Court.
Treasury Department restricts journalists from covering North Carolina G20 meeting
Several news outlets have been denied press credentials to cover a major international finance gathering in North Carolina, raising concerns over media transparency.
Several news outlets have been denied press credentials to cover a major international finance gathering in North Carolina, raising concerns over media transparency.
Flock cameras must be pulled from Florida state roads within 30 days, DeSantis orders
Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology.
Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology.
Challenger calls Mass senator 'too old' for another term
A candidate in a Massachusetts senate race is raising questions about a veteran lawmaker's age, joining a wave of midterm challengers taking on longtime incumbents.
A candidate in a Massachusetts senate race is raising questions about a veteran lawmaker's age, joining a wave of midterm challengers taking on longtime incumbents.
US-Mexico trade negotiations hung up by cheese name dispute
The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.
The U.S. argues that names like parmesan and feta are generic, while the European Union says they should only be labeled as such if they're from certain parts of Italy or Greece.
On The Hill: August 30, 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.
Milo Yiannopoulos deported to UK after ICE arrest at New Orleans airport
British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the United Kingdom after U.S. immigration authorities accused him of overstaying his visa.
British far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported to the United Kingdom after U.S. immigration authorities accused him of overstaying his visa.
US to take partial control of Venezuela's oil reserves, Trump says: Will it lower gas prices?
President Donald Trump said his administration has reached an agreement with Venezuela that could give the U.S. control of a portion of the country’s vast oil reserves.
President Donald Trump said his administration has reached an agreement with Venezuela that could give the U.S. control of a portion of the country’s vast oil reserves.
Judge again blocks Trump administration's attempt to restrict mail-in ballots
A federal judge stalled President Donald Trump’s order limiting mail-in voting, creating a legal roadblock before midterm ballots go out to voters.
A federal judge stalled President Donald Trump’s order limiting mail-in voting, creating a legal roadblock before midterm ballots go out to voters.
Legal battles continue over Trump’s mail-ballot order
Election lawyer Josh Findlay calls new Postal Service requirements a positive step for election integrity, saying standardized envelopes, tracking and voter-eligibility lists could strengthen confidence in mail voting. A federal judge lifted the remaining block after the Supreme Court ruled that an earlier challenge was premature, but she warned the order could create “chaos” and may be unconstitutional. Democratic-led states have filed a new lawsuit as the first midterm ballots are set to be mailed.
Election lawyer Josh Findlay calls new Postal Service requirements a positive step for election integrity, saying standardized envelopes, tracking and voter-eligibility lists could strengthen confidence in mail voting. A federal judge lifted the remaining block after the Supreme Court ruled that an earlier challenge was premature, but she warned the order could create “chaos” and may be unconstitutional. Democratic-led states have filed a new lawsuit as the first midterm ballots are set to be mailed.
Forget "Lake America": Canada looks to China as U.S. alliance crumbles
Canadian Gen Z political analyst Wyatt Sharpe says President Trump’s tariffs are raising costs on both sides of the border while damaging a historically close partnership. As Canada diversifies its trade relationships, Sharp warns the country increasingly views China as a more reliable partner — and that restoring trust with the United States may not be easy.
Canadian Gen Z political analyst Wyatt Sharpe says President Trump’s tariffs are raising costs on both sides of the border while damaging a historically close partnership. As Canada diversifies its trade relationships, Sharp warns the country increasingly views China as a more reliable partner — and that restoring trust with the United States may not be easy.
Lake Ontario renaming: Rep. Dingell introduces legislation to block Trump's order
Following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, the U.S. Department of Interior will now refer to Lake Ontario as Lake America. Now, House Democrats are looking for ways to reverse this decision.
Following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, the U.S. Department of Interior will now refer to Lake Ontario as Lake America. Now, House Democrats are looking for ways to reverse this decision.
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.