Iranians caught between war and regime as ceasefire stalls
Iranian-American human rights activist Dr. Majid Sadeghpour says ordinary Iranians are trapped between ongoing conflict and what he describes as decades of repression by the country's ruling regime. On "The Final 5," Dr. Sadeghpour, who serves as political director of the Organization of Iranian-American Communities tells host Jim Lokay he believes lasting change must come from the Iranian people themselves and urges the international community to keep its focus on human rights and accountability.
Iranian-American human rights activist Dr. Majid Sadeghpour says ordinary Iranians are trapped between ongoing conflict and what he describes as decades of repression by the country's ruling regime. On "The Final 5," Dr. Sadeghpour, who serves as political director of the Organization of Iranian-American Communities tells host Jim Lokay he believes lasting change must come from the Iranian people themselves and urges the international community to keep its focus on human rights and accountability.
Tip from suspect’s parents foiled White House UFC terror plot, court documents reveal
An alleged mass-casualty and assassination plot that targeted a UFC event at the White House was thwarted after the parents of a suspect alerted law enforcement, according to court documents.
An alleged mass-casualty and assassination plot that targeted a UFC event at the White House was thwarted after the parents of a suspect alerted law enforcement, according to court documents.
US House to vote next week on making daylight saving time permanent
The U.S. House will vote on a measure next week that would make daylight saving time year-round.
The U.S. House will vote on a measure next week that would make daylight saving time year-round.
GOP puts WNBA 'on notice' after recent treatment of star player Caitlin Clark
House Republican Study Committee members sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Englebert claiming that the league has not consistently addressed physical contact involving Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.
House Republican Study Committee members sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Englebert claiming that the league has not consistently addressed physical contact involving Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark.
Trump Arch: Plan for DC wins early approval from National Capital Planning Commission
President Donald Trump’s plan to build a towering arch in the nation’s capital won initial approval Thursday from a key federal commission, though members delayed a decision on whether a federal height‑limit law should apply to the project.
President Donald Trump’s plan to build a towering arch in the nation’s capital won initial approval Thursday from a key federal commission, though members delayed a decision on whether a federal height‑limit law should apply to the project.
GOP lawmaker questions Mitch McConnell's health: 'Do you know that he’s alive? I don't'
The lack of information about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health has sparked criticism from both sides of the aisle as he remains hospitalized.
The lack of information about Sen. Mitch McConnell’s health has sparked criticism from both sides of the aisle as he remains hospitalized.
Republicans sharpen "socialism" attacks as Democrats shift left
Conservative strategist Luke Ball argues Republicans are increasingly framing the Democratic Party as embracing democratic socialism ahead of the midterm elections, pointing to the rise of progressive candidates and recent intraparty battles. Ball contends that Democratic leaders have struggled to push back against the party's leftward momentum, while also criticizing Democrats' handling of the Graham Platner controversy in Maine as evidence of inconsistent standards for candidates facing ethical questions.
Conservative strategist Luke Ball argues Republicans are increasingly framing the Democratic Party as embracing democratic socialism ahead of the midterm elections, pointing to the rise of progressive candidates and recent intraparty battles. Ball contends that Democratic leaders have struggled to push back against the party's leftward momentum, while also criticizing Democrats' handling of the Graham Platner controversy in Maine as evidence of inconsistent standards for candidates facing ethical questions.
Democrats try to build their own "Project 2029" playbook: NOTUS
Democrats are developing a "Project 2029" blueprint to provide future presidential candidates with a shared governing agenda, taking inspiration from the influence Project 2025 had on the Trump administration. NOTUS congressional reporter Daniella Diaz tells The Final 5 with Jim Lokay that the effort is focused on creating a broad policy framework on issues including health care, child care, border security and government reform, while attempting to bridge ideological divides within the Democratic Party ahead of the 2028 presidential race.
Democrats are developing a "Project 2029" blueprint to provide future presidential candidates with a shared governing agenda, taking inspiration from the influence Project 2025 had on the Trump administration. NOTUS congressional reporter Daniella Diaz tells The Final 5 with Jim Lokay that the effort is focused on creating a broad policy framework on issues including health care, child care, border security and government reform, while attempting to bridge ideological divides within the Democratic Party ahead of the 2028 presidential race.
Department of Justice sues Maryland over ‘sanctuary’ immigration policies
The Department of Justice is suing Maryland and State Attorney General Anthony Brown, alleging the state’s “sanctuary" policies hinder the enforcement of federal immigration laws.
The Department of Justice is suing Maryland and State Attorney General Anthony Brown, alleging the state’s “sanctuary" policies hinder the enforcement of federal immigration laws.
Protesters bash proposed Trump arch near Arlington cemetery after early approval
A controversial 250-foot Trump memorial arch near Arlington National Cemetery cleared a major hurdle after winning early approval from a federal agency, despite fierce local protests.
A controversial 250-foot Trump memorial arch near Arlington National Cemetery cleared a major hurdle after winning early approval from a federal agency, despite fierce local protests.
Protesters bash proposed Trump arch near Arlington cemetery after early approval
Despite a wave of public backlash and fierce opposition from protesters who argue it defaces a sacred landscape, a controversial 250-foot memorial arch backed by President Donald Trump has secured preliminary approval from the National Capital Planning Commission.
Despite a wave of public backlash and fierce opposition from protesters who argue it defaces a sacred landscape, a controversial 250-foot memorial arch backed by President Donald Trump has secured preliminary approval from the National Capital Planning Commission.
Democrats rush to find replacement for Platner in Maine Senate race
The Maine Democratic Party has voted to hold a nominating convention to select a new candidate to challenge Republican incumbent Susan Collins, following Graham Platner's abrupt exit from the race amid sexual assault allegations.
The Maine Democratic Party has voted to hold a nominating convention to select a new candidate to challenge Republican incumbent Susan Collins, following Graham Platner's abrupt exit from the race amid sexual assault allegations.
Trump to ask Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case
President Donald Trump said he will ask the Supreme Court to rehear its recent birthright citizenship decision, calling the ruling "absolutely insane" in a Truth Social post.
President Donald Trump said he will ask the Supreme Court to rehear its recent birthright citizenship decision, calling the ruling "absolutely insane" in a Truth Social post.
Trump administration puts pressure on states to revise election practices
The Trump administration is pushing states to alter their election practices using a mix of legal and financial penalties, including state officials facing potential criminal prosecution and local governments losing antiterrorism grants for not following election rules.
The Trump administration is pushing states to alter their election practices using a mix of legal and financial penalties, including state officials facing potential criminal prosecution and local governments losing antiterrorism grants for not following election rules.
Trump admin uncovers 7,100% surge in Medicare skin substitute claims, says fraud crackdown blocked millions
The Trump administration revealed new figures that show a drastic 7,100% spike in Medicare claims for skin substitutes in just six years.
The Trump administration revealed new figures that show a drastic 7,100% spike in Medicare claims for skin substitutes in just six years.
DOJ warns states of possible prosecution over noncitizen voting
The Justice Department has issued a warning to election administrators nationwide, stating they could face federal criminal prosecution if they knowingly allow noncitizens to register or cast ballots.
The Justice Department has issued a warning to election administrators nationwide, stating they could face federal criminal prosecution if they knowingly allow noncitizens to register or cast ballots.
Graham Platner drops out of Maine Senate race after sexual assault claim
Democratic nominee Graham Platner suspended his campaign for the U.S. Senate in Maine on Wednesday evening following a sexual assault allegation from a former girlfriend. Platner vehemently denied the claim in an 11-minute video, but stepped aside after a cascade of rescinded endorsements from prominent Democrats left his campaign unviable.
Democratic nominee Graham Platner suspended his campaign for the U.S. Senate in Maine on Wednesday evening following a sexual assault allegation from a former girlfriend. Platner vehemently denied the claim in an 11-minute video, but stepped aside after a cascade of rescinded endorsements from prominent Democrats left his campaign unviable.
Judge rules temporary injunction on new Virginia gun laws applies statewide
A circuit court judge ruled that a temporary injunction blocking two new gun laws applies statewide, which essentially stalls enforcement across the Commonwealth.
A circuit court judge ruled that a temporary injunction blocking two new gun laws applies statewide, which essentially stalls enforcement across the Commonwealth.
Judge rules temporary injunction on new Virginia gun laws applies statewide
A circuit court judge has ruled that a temporary injunction blocking two new Virginia gun laws applies statewide, expanding a legal battle over the state's newly passed firearms restrictions.
A circuit court judge has ruled that a temporary injunction blocking two new Virginia gun laws applies statewide, expanding a legal battle over the state's newly passed firearms restrictions.
Democrat Graham Platner exits Maine Senate race amid scandal
The Democratic candidate for Maine’s U.S. Senate seat, who had withstood multiple controversies in recent months, announced that he would be dropping out of the race following a sexual assault allegation.
The Democratic candidate for Maine’s U.S. Senate seat, who had withstood multiple controversies in recent months, announced that he would be dropping out of the race following a sexual assault allegation.