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.
Kash Patel sues The Atlantic over article alleging 'excessive drinking' while working
FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million, calling an article about him a "malicious hit piece."
FBI Director Kash Patel sued The Atlantic for $250 million, calling an article about him a "malicious hit piece."
Live results: Virginia redistricting 2026 special election
Polls close in Virginia at 7:00 p.m. on April 21. Voters will 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.
Polls close in Virginia at 7:00 p.m. on April 21. Voters will 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.
Texas public schools can display Ten Commandments, appeals court rules
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the Ten Commandments can remain in Texas public school classrooms.
Indicted Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from Congress amid expulsion threat
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., said Tuesday she plans to resign from the House of Representatives after Republicans vowed to force a vote to expel her from the chamber.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., said Tuesday she plans to resign from the House of Representatives after Republicans vowed to force a vote to expel her from the chamber.
TMZ DC launches in nation's capital
TMZ, the tabloid website known for celebrity breaking news and interviews, is expanding into Washington, D.C., with a new team assigned to track lawmakers and political figures.
TMZ, the tabloid website known for celebrity breaking news and interviews, is expanding into Washington, D.C., with a new team assigned to track lawmakers and political figures.
Montgomery County approves measure blocking private ICE detention centers
The Montgomery County Council has unanimously passed the ICE Out Act, a bill that prohibits the operation of privately owned federal immigration detention centers within the county.
The Montgomery County Council has unanimously passed the ICE Out Act, a bill that prohibits the operation of privately owned federal immigration detention centers within the county.
Most Americans doubt Trump is ‘even-tempered,’ new poll shows
A new poll reveals that a growing number of Americans are questioning President Donald Trump’s temperament after recent public outbursts. The decline in public confidence comes as Trump has engaged in a feud with Pope Leo XIV.
A new poll reveals that a growing number of Americans are questioning President Donald Trump’s temperament after recent public outbursts. The decline in public confidence comes as Trump has engaged in a feud with Pope Leo XIV.
The last-minute push ahead of Virginia's redistricting vote
Axios Richmond reporter Sabrina Moreno joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to talk about the last-minute maneuvering from camps supporting and opposing Virginia's congressional redistricting referendum.
Axios Richmond reporter Sabrina Moreno joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to talk about the last-minute maneuvering from camps supporting and opposing Virginia's congressional redistricting referendum.
VA Speaker Scott's "vote yes" push on redistricting
Virginia House Speaker Don Scott joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" ahead of Tuesday's referendum on redistricting, which has seen nearly 1.4 million early votes ahead of Election Day. Scott answers charges that the Democratic-led effort "rigs" future elections, as Republicans like former Gov. Glenn Youngkin and former Attorney General Jason Miyares have alleged.
Virginia House Speaker Don Scott joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" ahead of Tuesday's referendum on redistricting, which has seen nearly 1.4 million early votes ahead of Election Day. Scott answers charges that the Democratic-led effort "rigs" future elections, as Republicans like former Gov. Glenn Youngkin and former Attorney General Jason Miyares have alleged.
Virginia voters to decide future of congressional maps Tuesday
Virginia voters will decide on Tuesday whether to approve a ballot measure to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional districts. FOX 5's Regina Yurrita reports ahead of voting day.
Virginia voters will decide on Tuesday whether to approve a ballot measure to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional districts. FOX 5's Regina Yurrita reports ahead of voting day.
Virginia redistricting referendum: Voters to decide future of congressional maps
Virginia voters will decide on Tuesday whether to approve a ballot measure to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional districts.
Virginia voters will decide on Tuesday whether to approve a ballot measure to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional districts.
DC mayoral candidates participate in public forum
The candidates running to be D.C.'s next mayor are participating in a public forum Monday night.
The candidates running to be D.C.'s next mayor are participating in a public forum Monday night.