Dave LaRock jumps into Virginia governor's race
The Republican race for Virginia governor is heating up, with Dave LaRock joining the primary field. LaRock, who served ten years in the House of Delegates, is currently seeking the 10,000 signatures needed to make the June primary ballot. He joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to explain why he's in the race, and why he's calling for a Virginia-centric version of "DOGE."
The Republican race for Virginia governor is heating up, with Dave LaRock joining the primary field. LaRock, who served ten years in the House of Delegates, is currently seeking the 10,000 signatures needed to make the June primary ballot. He joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to explain why he's in the race, and why he's calling for a Virginia-centric version of "DOGE."
Dems search for answers, leadership after '24 election
Discontent within the Democratic Party is at an all-time high, according to one NBC News poll. One former Maryland congressional candidate says he has some ideas to counter the GOP agenda. Ashwani Jain joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
Discontent within the Democratic Party is at an all-time high, according to one NBC News poll. One former Maryland congressional candidate says he has some ideas to counter the GOP agenda. Ashwani Jain joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
Trump sees uptick in youth support
While young voters again favored Democrats in the 2024 election, the margins are growing slimmer, as many shifted to President Trump and others stayed home. Jim discusses that and more with Emily Sturge of Campus Reform on "The Final 5."
While young voters again favored Democrats in the 2024 election, the margins are growing slimmer, as many shifted to President Trump and others stayed home. Jim discusses that and more with Emily Sturge of Campus Reform on "The Final 5."
Former Continental CEO on airline industry, Southwest changes, and Trump
In an interview on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay," former Continental Airlines CEO Frank Lorenzo discussed his new book, "Flying for Peanuts: Tough Deals, Steep Bargains, and Revolution in the Skies." Lorenzo reflected on the challenges of running an airline during the deregulation era, including tough competition from Southwest Airlines and tensions with labor unions over cost-cutting measures. He shared insights into airline strategy, emphasizing the need for constant adaptation, like Southwest's recent shift away from free baggage. Lorenzo also recalled his dealings with Donald Trump while negotiating the sale of the Trump Shuttle for $365 million from Texas Air, describing Trump as a tough negotiator.
In an interview on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay," former Continental Airlines CEO Frank Lorenzo discussed his new book, "Flying for Peanuts: Tough Deals, Steep Bargains, and Revolution in the Skies." Lorenzo reflected on the challenges of running an airline during the deregulation era, including tough competition from Southwest Airlines and tensions with labor unions over cost-cutting measures. He shared insights into airline strategy, emphasizing the need for constant adaptation, like Southwest's recent shift away from free baggage. Lorenzo also recalled his dealings with Donald Trump while negotiating the sale of the Trump Shuttle for $365 million from Texas Air, describing Trump as a tough negotiator.
DC mayor urges Congress to pass Local Funds Act to prevent $1B budget cut
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and local leaders are urging Congress to act quickly to prevent drastic budget cuts that could cripple the city’s services.
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and local leaders are urging Congress to act quickly to prevent drastic budget cuts that could cripple the city’s services.
Virginia court rules frozen embryos cannot be divided as property
A Virginia court has ruled that frozen embryos cannot be classified as property, marking a pivotal decision in a legal battle between a cancer survivor and her ex-husband over custody of the embryos.
A Virginia court has ruled that frozen embryos cannot be classified as property, marking a pivotal decision in a legal battle between a cancer survivor and her ex-husband over custody of the embryos.
What is an autopen?
President Donald Trump is claiming that pardons signed by former President Joe Biden should be canceled because Biden allegedly used an autopen.
President Donald Trump is claiming that pardons signed by former President Joe Biden should be canceled because Biden allegedly used an autopen.
Minnesota bill defines 'Trump derangement syndrome' as a mental illness
Republican lawmakers in Minnesota want the state to add "Trump derangement syndrome" to its definition of mental illness.
Republican lawmakers in Minnesota want the state to add "Trump derangement syndrome" to its definition of mental illness.
WATCH: Bowser, leaders discuss DC budget in limbo as bill to restore $1B heads to House
The U.S. House of Representatives are considering a bill to restore over $1 billion of the city's budget that was cut in the spending bill Congress approved Friday to avert a government shutdown.
The U.S. House of Representatives are considering a bill to restore over $1 billion of the city's budget that was cut in the spending bill Congress approved Friday to avert a government shutdown.
Trump says FBI move to Greenbelt is too far; Maryland leaders push back
Prince George's County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy is pushing back on President Trump's plans to stop the FBI's move to Maryland. FOX 5's Jim Lokay spoke to Braveboy about why she believes Greenbelt is the perfect place for the new headquarters.
Prince George's County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy is pushing back on President Trump's plans to stop the FBI's move to Maryland. FOX 5's Jim Lokay spoke to Braveboy about why she believes Greenbelt is the perfect place for the new headquarters.
Government shutdown avoided: What's next for Congress?
Democratic strategist Raj Goyle and Republican strategist Matt Klink discuss the latest.
Democratic strategist Raj Goyle and Republican strategist Matt Klink discuss the latest.
Trump order guts Voice of America, Radio Free Europe and Asia
“For the first time in 83 years, the storied Voice of America is being silenced,” Michael Abramowitz, the organization's director, said in a statement.
“For the first time in 83 years, the storied Voice of America is being silenced,” Michael Abramowitz, the organization's director, said in a statement.
Hundreds of Venezuelans deported by Trump administration despite judge's order
Hundreds of Venezuelans were deported Saturday, despite a judge’s order to stop the Trump administration from doing so.
Hundreds of Venezuelans were deported Saturday, despite a judge’s order to stop the Trump administration from doing so.
Ireland's relationship with the U.S.
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Ireland?s Ambassador to the US Geraldine Byrne Nason to discuss the longstanding relationship between the U.S. And Ireland.
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Ireland?s Ambassador to the US Geraldine Byrne Nason to discuss the longstanding relationship between the U.S. And Ireland.
How the continuing resolution could impact DC
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with At-Large DC Councilmember Robert White to discuss how the continuing resolution that was passed in congress will impact Washington, DC's budget.
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with At-Large DC Councilmember Robert White to discuss how the continuing resolution that was passed in congress will impact Washington, DC's budget.
Tensions among Democrats in congress
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Mia McCarthy, a political congressional reporter for Politico to discuss more details about the continuing resolution.
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Mia McCarthy, a political congressional reporter for Politico to discuss more details about the continuing resolution.
How the continuing resolution could impact Maryland
Tom Fitzgerald spoke with Maryland Rep. Sarah Elfreth to discuss how the continuing resolution could impact Maryland and how the state will be impacted by DOGE.
Tom Fitzgerald spoke with Maryland Rep. Sarah Elfreth to discuss how the continuing resolution could impact Maryland and how the state will be impacted by DOGE.
Judge blocks Trump's use of 1798 law to deport Venezuelan migrants
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
On The Hill: March 16, 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.
President Donald Trump signs government funding bill, avoiding a shutdown
President Donald Trump signed a bill into legislation that will fund the government for six months through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown.
President Donald Trump signed a bill into legislation that will fund the government for six months through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown.