Most Americans blame Trump for rising gas prices, poll finds
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds that a majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for rising gasoline prices following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran.
Virginia redistricting fight heads to state Supreme Court
Virginia’s ongoing redistricting battle has escalated to the state’s highest court after a judge temporarily halted implementation of the contested map, triggering an emergency appeal from Attorney General Jay Jones.
Virginia’s ongoing redistricting battle has escalated to the state’s highest court after a judge temporarily halted implementation of the contested map, triggering an emergency appeal from Attorney General Jay Jones.
Dr. Oz launches 50-state review of Medicaid program oversight
Dr. Mehmet Oz announced an initiative, requiring all 50 states to audit their Medicaid provider networks in a move marking a broader plan to root out waste and fraud across federal benefit programs.
Dr. Mehmet Oz announced an initiative, requiring all 50 states to audit their Medicaid provider networks in a move marking a broader plan to root out waste and fraud across federal benefit programs.
Almost half of Americans say economy is in bad shape and getting worse, survey shows
Americans confidence in the economy has plunged based on findings in a new poll, with the widespread pessimism driven in part by soaring gas prices and the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Americans confidence in the economy has plunged based on findings in a new poll, with the widespread pessimism driven in part by soaring gas prices and the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Medical marijuana reclassified as less dangerous drug under new order
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
The Trump administration is reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug, and also giving licensed operators a major tax break in a historic policy shift.
Jamil Jaffer on the Iran ceasefire
National security expert Jamil Jaffer joins The Final 5's Jim Lokay to weigh in on President Trump's decision to postpone a deadline to strike a deal with Iran.
National security expert Jamil Jaffer joins The Final 5's Jim Lokay to weigh in on President Trump's decision to postpone a deadline to strike a deal with Iran.
RFK's HHS reign prompts more doctors to run for office
As HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues testimony on Capitol Hill, there's a groundswell of physicians, scientists, and STEM professionals seeking public office. Jim Lokay speaks with Shaughnessy Naughton of 3.14 Action on The Final 5.
As HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. continues testimony on Capitol Hill, there's a groundswell of physicians, scientists, and STEM professionals seeking public office. Jim Lokay speaks with Shaughnessy Naughton of 3.14 Action on The Final 5.
Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
WMATA to vote on budget plan that includes Red Line automation
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s board is expected to vote Thursday on a $913 million budget plan that includes a proposal to fully automate Metro’s Red Line, the system’s oldest and busiest rail line.
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority’s board is expected to vote Thursday on a $913 million budget plan that includes a proposal to fully automate Metro’s Red Line, the system’s oldest and busiest rail line.
Virginia to enact paid family and medical leave in 2028
Virginia will guarantee workers paid family and medical leave starting in 2028 after Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed landmark legislation approved by the General Assembly Wednesday.
Virginia will guarantee workers paid family and medical leave starting in 2028 after Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed landmark legislation approved by the General Assembly Wednesday.
Baylor University hosts dueling political events featuring Ken Paxton and LGBTQ+ advocates
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Baylor University is hosting two major, competing political rallies today as high-profile conservative leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates highlight the deepening debate over free speech and inclusion on the Christian campus.
Virginia circuit court invalidates redistricting amendment, blocks certification
A Virginia circuit court has invalidated Tuesday’s special election on a constitutional amendment and redistricting plan, halting certification and blocking immediate changes to congressional maps.
A Virginia circuit court has invalidated Tuesday’s special election on a constitutional amendment and redistricting plan, halting certification and blocking immediate changes to congressional maps.
Poll reveals record low support for Congress
Support for Congress has plummeted to near-record lows, with a new poll showing that most Americans disapprove of the institution’s job performance, which is in part fueled by U.S. economic strain and foreign affairs frustration.
Support for Congress has plummeted to near-record lows, with a new poll showing that most Americans disapprove of the institution’s job performance, which is in part fueled by U.S. economic strain and foreign affairs frustration.
Map: These states have approved redistricting plans to influence midterm elections
Virginia has joined six other states in approving new partisan political maps that could influence which party gets control of the House in the November midterms.
Virginia has joined six other states in approving new partisan political maps that could influence which party gets control of the House in the November midterms.
Virginia voters back redistricting plan, here’s what that means for seats in Congress
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.
Helmer: Virginia voters tell Trump "no more hiding from accountability"
On The Final 5, Virginia Delegate Dan Helmer (D) casts Virginia’s referendum victory as a direct rebuke of President Trump and the broader MAGA movement, arguing voters chose to preserve “democratic accountability” rather than let Republicans redraw districts to shield unpopular policies. Helmer dismisses GOP claims of a rigged process as sour-grapes election denial, says he expects the Virginia Supreme Court to uphold the result, and frames the fight as bigger than one state. He also uses the moment to position himself as a battle-ready candidate for Virginia’s new 7th District, saying Democrats need fighters in Congress, not caution.
On The Final 5, Virginia Delegate Dan Helmer (D) casts Virginia’s referendum victory as a direct rebuke of President Trump and the broader MAGA movement, arguing voters chose to preserve “democratic accountability” rather than let Republicans redraw districts to shield unpopular policies. Helmer dismisses GOP claims of a rigged process as sour-grapes election denial, says he expects the Virginia Supreme Court to uphold the result, and frames the fight as bigger than one state. He also uses the moment to position himself as a battle-ready candidate for Virginia’s new 7th District, saying Democrats need fighters in Congress, not caution.
Virginia’s New Maps Ignite GOP Fury
On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Republican strategist Luke Ball argues that Virginia’s new redistricting vote is less a fair update than a raw power play. Ball says Democrats used a confusing ballot measure and slim statewide support to sideline the independent redistricting model voters backed just a few years ago, leaving nearly half the state feeling shut out. He frames the new maps as a long-term effort to lock in Democratic dominance.
On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Republican strategist Luke Ball argues that Virginia’s new redistricting vote is less a fair update than a raw power play. Ball says Democrats used a confusing ballot measure and slim statewide support to sideline the independent redistricting model voters backed just a few years ago, leaving nearly half the state feeling shut out. He frames the new maps as a long-term effort to lock in Democratic dominance.
BREAKING NEWS: Virginia votes YES on plan to redraw congressional districts
Breaking down Tuesday's special election in Virginia and what it means for future elections for Democrats and Republicans.
Breaking down Tuesday's special election in Virginia and what it means for future elections for Democrats and Republicans.
Virginia redistricting: Voters approve amendment to redraw congressional maps
Virginia voters have approved a constitutional amendment that will redraw the state's congressional districts before November's midterms.
Virginia voters have approved a constitutional amendment that will redraw the state's congressional districts before November's midterms.
Virginia redistricting vote: Tuesday’s special election voter guide
Virginia voters head to the polls today to decide whether lawmakers should be allowed to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional map ahead of the midterms, a proposal that could shift the balance of the state’s House delegation.
Virginia voters head to the polls today to decide whether lawmakers should be allowed to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional map ahead of the midterms, a proposal that could shift the balance of the state’s House delegation.