"Yes" on redistricting has the edge, but wild cards remain
New polling from StateNavigate.org shows proponents of Virginia's mid-decade redistricting referendum pushed by Democrats holding the edge, 50.7%-45.4%, but strong early turnout in some heavily Republican parts of the Commonwealth could sway the outcome next week. Jim discusses the poll with Chaz Nuttycombe on The Final 5.
New polling from StateNavigate.org shows proponents of Virginia's mid-decade redistricting referendum pushed by Democrats holding the edge, 50.7%-45.4%, but strong early turnout in some heavily Republican parts of the Commonwealth could sway the outcome next week. Jim discusses the poll with Chaz Nuttycombe on The Final 5.
Minnesota BWCA: Vote postponed after Sen. Smith holds Senate floor in protest
U.S. Senator Tina Smith announced her intention to hold the Senate floor to protest legislation that would remove protections for the Minnesota Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
U.S. Senator Tina Smith announced her intention to hold the Senate floor to protest legislation that would remove protections for the Minnesota Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Judges fired after blocking deportations of pro-Palestinian students
The dismissal of the judges is the latest effort by the Trump administration to reshape the nation’s immigration courts.
The dismissal of the judges is the latest effort by the Trump administration to reshape the nation’s immigration courts.
Discovery at Monticello reveals construction secrets Thomas Jefferson left out of maps and letters
Archaeologists have uncovered a previously unknown remnant of Thomas Jefferson's era at Monticello: a brick kiln used to build his home.
Archaeologists have uncovered a previously unknown remnant of Thomas Jefferson's era at Monticello: a brick kiln used to build his home.
Virginia voters split on redistricting as Gov. Spanberger approval sits at 47%: poll
A new poll shows a close divide on a Virginia redistricting vote and mixed approval ratings for Gov. Abigail Spanberger.
A new poll shows a close divide on a Virginia redistricting vote and mixed approval ratings for Gov. Abigail Spanberger.
25th Amendment: Raskin bill proposes new panel help declare presidential fitness
Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin has introduced a bill that would create a new 17-member panel to help declare presidential fitness under the 25th amendment.
Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin has introduced a bill that would create a new 17-member panel to help declare presidential fitness under the 25th amendment.
Here's who is running in DC's mayoral primary on June 16
D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser announced that she will not be running for reelection after over a decade in office, and the candidates for the mayoral primary election in June are pouring in.
D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser announced that she will not be running for reelection after over a decade in office, and the candidates for the mayoral primary election in June are pouring in.
'Summer House' reality TV star announces run for Minnesota’s 8th District
Former "Summer House" star Luke Gulbranson has announced his candidacy for Minnesota's 8th congressional district.
Former "Summer House" star Luke Gulbranson has announced his candidacy for Minnesota's 8th congressional district.
Lawmakers push to remove Trump's student loan forgiveness rule
Lawmakers are looking to overturn one of the Trump administration's changes to a student loan forgiveness program.
Lawmakers are looking to overturn one of the Trump administration's changes to a student loan forgiveness program.
Top candidates trade personal blows in race for DC Delegate
D.C. Councilmember Robert White is calling for fellow Councilmember Brooke Pinto to suspend her campaign for D.C. Delegate, over a document her campaign posted which included things like White's address and information about his family. Pinto has accused White of repeatedly attacking her family.
D.C. Councilmember Robert White is calling for fellow Councilmember Brooke Pinto to suspend her campaign for D.C. Delegate, over a document her campaign posted which included things like White's address and information about his family. Pinto has accused White of repeatedly attacking her family.
Contempt proceedings against Trump administration must stop, judge rules
A divided U.S. appeals court panel has ruled that an “intrusive” criminal contempt investigation into the Trump administration over deportation flights to El Salvador must stop.
A divided U.S. appeals court panel has ruled that an “intrusive” criminal contempt investigation into the Trump administration over deportation flights to El Salvador must stop.
Rushern Baker eyes poltiical return in MD-05
Former Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker is vying for the Democratic nomination in Maryland's 5th District as longtime Rep. Steny Hoyer retires. He joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 to talk about the race, the issues, and how the future of the FBI headquarters played a role in his decision.
Former Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker is vying for the Democratic nomination in Maryland's 5th District as longtime Rep. Steny Hoyer retires. He joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 to talk about the race, the issues, and how the future of the FBI headquarters played a role in his decision.
Miyares calls Dem push to redistrict VA "rigging elections"
Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 ahead of next week's referendum, urging voters to reject the proposed redistricting changes, arguing the current bipartisan system already reflects the will of Virginians and serves as a national model. He says the new plan would undo that progress, accusing its backers of attempting to “rig” districts for political gain.
Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 ahead of next week's referendum, urging voters to reject the proposed redistricting changes, arguing the current bipartisan system already reflects the will of Virginians and serves as a national model. He says the new plan would undo that progress, accusing its backers of attempting to “rig” districts for political gain.
Miyares on VA redistricting push: “rigging elections”
Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 ahead of next week's referendum, urging voters to reject the proposed redistricting changes, arguing the current bipartisan system already reflects the will of Virginians and serves as a national model. He says the new plan would undo that progress, accusing its backers of attempting to “rig” districts for political gain.
Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 ahead of next week's referendum, urging voters to reject the proposed redistricting changes, arguing the current bipartisan system already reflects the will of Virginians and serves as a national model. He says the new plan would undo that progress, accusing its backers of attempting to “rig” districts for political gain.
Iran latest: Trump seeks 'grand bargain' in Iran deal, Vance says; Israel-Lebanese meeting called 'productive'
The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect on Monday morning, with President Donald Trump threatening to eliminate Iranian ships that try to run it.
The U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect on Monday morning, with President Donald Trump threatening to eliminate Iranian ships that try to run it.
Justice Dept. urges court to toss out convictions of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers in Jan. 6 attacks
The U.S. Department of Justice wants an appellate court to throw out the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders who were found guilty of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.
The U.S. Department of Justice wants an appellate court to throw out the convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders who were found guilty of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.
Eric Swalwell accuser details 2018 incident where she was allegedly drugged, raped
A woman detailing sexual assault claims against Eric Swalwell spoke out Tuesday in Beverly Hills, alleging the former Congressman drugged and raped her in 2018.
A woman detailing sexual assault claims against Eric Swalwell spoke out Tuesday in Beverly Hills, alleging the former Congressman drugged and raped her in 2018.
DOJ report alleges Biden-era weaponization against pro-life Americans
The Justice Department released a report alleging the Biden administration misused the FACE Act to target anti-abortion activists.
The Justice Department released a report alleging the Biden administration misused the FACE Act to target anti-abortion activists.
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger weighs gun safety legislation
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is taking last‑minute action on several issues, including gun control measures. Some of the legislation was vetoed last year by former Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is taking last‑minute action on several issues, including gun control measures. Some of the legislation was vetoed last year by former Gov. Glenn Youngkin.
Can the IRS be fixed by Tax Day? (Probably not.)
With tax day looming and major changes to the tax code facing filers, the calls to reform or do away with the IRS are familiar amongst frustrated Americans. David McGarry of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance joins Jim on The Final 5 to offer some ideas on how the IRS can work better in the future.
With tax day looming and major changes to the tax code facing filers, the calls to reform or do away with the IRS are familiar amongst frustrated Americans. David McGarry of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance joins Jim on The Final 5 to offer some ideas on how the IRS can work better in the future.



















