Penn rejects Trump admin's preferential funding proposal
The compact asks colleges and universities to voluntarily agree to do away with departments "that purposefully punish, belittle and even spark violence against conservative ideas."
Here's who Americans blame for government shutdown, according to poll
With many Americans feeling the impacts of the government shutdown, this is who they are holding accountable for where things stand based on a recent poll.
LATEST POLITICAL NEWS: Virginia AG debate, government shutdown & more
The latest news in politics from Washington, D.C., inclujding updates on the Virginia election for governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general.
Government Shutdown: Senate Democrats reject government funding bill for 10th time
Senate Democrats on Thursday rejected a stopgap spending bill for the tenth time, holding firm on demands that Congress address health care benefits before reopening the government.
'No Kings' protests planned for Saturday, organizers expect millions to attend
"No Kings" protests are back, and this time, organizers say they expect even more events and even more people.
Barack Obama endorses Abigail Spanberger in Virginia governor’s race
Former President Barack Obama is throwing his support behind Democrat Abigail Spanberger in Virginia’s high-stakes governor's race, calling her “the best choice" to protect voting and abortion rights.
"No Kings" movement plans weekend rallies in DC, across US
Organizers of the "No Kings" movement, aimed at protesting President Trump's policies, are planning another round of marches and gatherings nationwide on Saturday -- even as Republicans like Speaker Mike Johnson deride them as "Hate America" rallies. Brandon Wolf of the Human Rights Campaign explains why his organization is taking part on "The Final 5."
'I'm not sure I'm going to be able to make heaven,' Trump tells press on Air Force One
President Donald Trump got contemplative about the afterlife at the end of a press gaggle aboard Air Force One on Sunday.
Supreme Court seemingly inclined to gut key provision in Voting Rights Act
The U.S. Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the Voting Rights Act's ability to force states to draw electoral districts in favor of minority voters.
Mamdani calls out Trump in first appearance on Fox: 'I know he may be watching'
"I will not be a mayor like Mayor Adams who will call you to figure out how to stay out of jail," Mamdani said.
Trump, FBI Director Patel tout efforts to crackdown on violent crime
FBI Director Kash Patel joined President Trump to tout federal law enforcement’s efforts to combat crime in major cities across the U.S. in "Operation Summer Heat."
Smithsonian's annual 'Boo at the Zoo' event canceled amid government shutdown
The Smithsonian National Zoo's annual "Boo at the Zoo" event has been canceled due to the government shutdown.
Government shutdown enters day 15 as Senate vote fails, frustration grows
The federal government shutdown has now stretched into its third week, with no deal in sight after the Senate once again failed to advance a spending plan Tuesday night.
DC tourism suffering from government shutdown
Tourism is starting to take a hit in the District as people change or cancel trips.
Air travel continues to be impacted by government shutdown
Staffing shortages triggered by the ongoing federal government shutdown are causing more flight delays at airports nationwide, with union leaders warning the situation could worsen.
Trump’s Middle East peace deal marks major shift, but lasting stability remains uncertain
The Hill's Niall Stanage joined The Final 5 to discuss Donald Trump’s surprise peace deal in the Middle East. He noted the unpredictability of Trump’s foreign policy, as some from the prior administration try to shape the narrative around the agreement. While the deal halts fighting, Stanage cautioned that achieving durable peace will be far more complex, hinging on aid access, Gaza’s future governance, and international involvement in reconstruction.
Government shutdown to continue after 8th Senate vote fails
Another vote to end the government shutdown failed in the Senate on Tuesday.
EXCLUSIVE: Gov. Glenn Youngkin talks with FOX 5 as end of term nears
As Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin nears the end of his term, he's talking about the state of education across the Commonwealth, and major issues facing local school systems in an exclusive one-on-one with FOX 5's Jim Lokay — plus his take on the race for governor, why he's supporting Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears, and the Jay Jones text message controversy.
Airports refusing to play Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown
Airports around the US are reportedly refusing to play a video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown.
Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk posthumously
President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a White House ceremony.