Md. redistricting vote reignites debate over gerrymandering
“Draw the Line in Ohio” co-author and redistricting expert Josh Rultenberg joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to discuss Maryland’s push to let voters decide on new congressional maps and warns that partisan redistricting threatens meaningful representation.
“Draw the Line in Ohio” co-author and redistricting expert Josh Rultenberg joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to discuss Maryland’s push to let voters decide on new congressional maps and warns that partisan redistricting threatens meaningful representation.
Erica Schwartz: Who is the new CDC director?
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Here’s what to know about her.
Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines.
Rep. Max Miller calls for ethics probe following abuse allegations
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, saying he wants to clear his name.
U.S. Rep. Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, saying he wants to clear his name.
Judge approves request to dismiss Jan. 6 cases against Oath Keepers
A U.S. judge granted the U.S. Justice Department's request to dismiss cases against members of the Oath Keepers militia who took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a court filing.
A U.S. judge granted the U.S. Justice Department's request to dismiss cases against members of the Oath Keepers militia who took part in the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a court filing.
Justice Department sues Montgomery County over new gun restrictions
The Justice Department is suing Montgomery County over a newly enacted gun law that restricts where licensed firearm owners may carry weapons.
The Justice Department is suing Montgomery County over a newly enacted gun law that restricts where licensed firearm owners may carry weapons.
Maryland voters to decide redistricting plan targeting Andy Harris’ district
Maryland voters will decide in November whether to move forward with a redistricting plan that could reshape the congressional district held by Republican Rep. Andy Harris.
Maryland voters will decide in November whether to move forward with a redistricting plan that could reshape the congressional district held by Republican Rep. Andy Harris.
Abdul El-Sayed defeats Haley Stevens in Democratic Senate primary race
The race is finally decided in one of the most heavily watched Democratic Senate match-ups in the country.
The race is finally decided in one of the most heavily watched Democratic Senate match-ups in the country.
Primaries offer both parties reasons for optimism, caution ahead of the midterms
On The Final 5, Jim Lokay is joined by Democratic strategist Mally Smith and Republican commentator Stephen Kent to break down primary election results in Virginia, Michigan, and across the country, and what they could signal for November. The panel debates whether Democratic infighting over Israel and AIPAC gives Republicans an opening, the surprisingly close Michigan Democratic primary, and the outlook for key Senate races, including Susan Collins' reelection bid in Maine. They also discuss whether Virginia voters will focus on state leadership or national politics.
On The Final 5, Jim Lokay is joined by Democratic strategist Mally Smith and Republican commentator Stephen Kent to break down primary election results in Virginia, Michigan, and across the country, and what they could signal for November. The panel debates whether Democratic infighting over Israel and AIPAC gives Republicans an opening, the surprisingly close Michigan Democratic primary, and the outlook for key Senate races, including Susan Collins' reelection bid in Maine. They also discuss whether Virginia voters will focus on state leadership or national politics.
Virginia primary election results: Voters select candidates for November midterms
Results are rolling in for Virginia's primary election, selecting candidates for a Virginia Senate seat and much more
Results are rolling in for Virginia's primary election, selecting candidates for a Virginia Senate seat and much more
Va. primary election results: Who is heading to the November general election?
After delays from state Democrats' failed redistricting attempt, the general election lineup is set for eight congressional seats across the Commonwealth.
After delays from state Democrats' failed redistricting attempt, the general election lineup is set for eight congressional seats across the Commonwealth.
Maryland redistricting: voters to decide on new congressional map
Maryland lawmakers have approved putting a constitutional amendment on the November ballot that could let Democrats redraw all eight of the state’s U.S. House districts to favor their party in the 2028 elections, according to the state legislature.
Maryland lawmakers have approved putting a constitutional amendment on the November ballot that could let Democrats redraw all eight of the state’s U.S. House districts to favor their party in the 2028 elections, according to the state legislature.
Virginia US Senate Republican primary 2026: Live results
Track live results for Virginia's 2026 Republican primary for U.S. Senate.
Track live results for Virginia's 2026 Republican primary for U.S. Senate.
Virginia US House primary 2026: Live results
Track live results for Virginia's U.S. House primaries, including the district representing Arlington, Alexandria and Falls Church.
Track live results for Virginia's U.S. House primaries, including the district representing Arlington, Alexandria and Falls Church.
Virginia Primary Election 2026: Live results
Track live results from Virginia's 2026 primary election.
Track live results from Virginia's 2026 primary election.
Virginia primary election 2026: What to expect
Voters in Virginia are casting ballots in primary elections a month later than originally scheduled. Turnout remains low.
Voters in Virginia are casting ballots in primary elections a month later than originally scheduled. Turnout remains low.
Fired FBI agents find support in lawsuit against Trump administration
Three former FBI agents fired after working on the investigation into President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election are receiving support from current and former law enforcement officials as they challenge their dismissals in court.
Three former FBI agents fired after working on the investigation into President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election are receiving support from current and former law enforcement officials as they challenge their dismissals in court.
Trump slams Exxon, Chevron for making 'too much money'
President Donald Trump criticized Exxon and Chevron after both organizations posted high quarterly earnings amid the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.
President Donald Trump criticized Exxon and Chevron after both organizations posted high quarterly earnings amid the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran.
Maryland House approves amendment clarifying congressional redistricting rules
The Maryland House of Delegates on Tuesday passed a proposed constitutional amendment that would let voters decide whether to clarify how congressional redistricting is governed in the state. The measure passed 96–38.
The Maryland House of Delegates on Tuesday passed a proposed constitutional amendment that would let voters decide whether to clarify how congressional redistricting is governed in the state. The measure passed 96–38.
New poll shows growing majority of Americans want Iran war over ‘now’
Public sentiment is shifting as the conflict with Iran drags on, with mounting calls from Americans for an end to the war alongside rising demands for reparations related to the conflict, according to a new poll.
Public sentiment is shifting as the conflict with Iran drags on, with mounting calls from Americans for an end to the war alongside rising demands for reparations related to the conflict, according to a new poll.