JD Vance hosts episode of 'The Charlie Kirk' show
The vice president announced on social media that he will host the episode to pay tribute to his late friend.
The vice president announced on social media that he will host the episode to pay tribute to his late friend.
Trump administration seeks $58 million to boost security after Kirk shooting
The administration’s funding request to enhance security for lawmakers would extend through 2027.
The administration’s funding request to enhance security for lawmakers would extend through 2027.
Sen. Van Hollen endorses Mamdani, criticizes other Dems for failing to do so
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland) endorsed Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York City at a Democratic fundraiser in Iowa over the weekend.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland) endorsed Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York City at a Democratic fundraiser in Iowa over the weekend.
What are the Trump Accounts in the 'Big, Beautiful Bill'?
Trump Accounts will see $1,000 deposited for every child born between 2025-28. Finseca CEO Marc Cadin explains how they work, and how it can transform generational wealth.
Trump Accounts will see $1,000 deposited for every child born between 2025-28. Finseca CEO Marc Cadin explains how they work, and how it can transform generational wealth.
Local non-profit talks fighting wrongful conviction 'On the Hill'
AppCounsel's mission is to fight wrongful convictions, along with preventing them before they happen. The non-profit's founder, a board member and a client talk with Tom Fitzgerald about the work they do.
AppCounsel's mission is to fight wrongful convictions, along with preventing them before they happen. The non-profit's founder, a board member and a client talk with Tom Fitzgerald about the work they do.
On the Hill: US cybersecurity concerns
Rich Andres, national war college professor, talks cybersecurity concerns in the United States, along with China's penetration of critical infrastructure.
Rich Andres, national war college professor, talks cybersecurity concerns in the United States, along with China's penetration of critical infrastructure.
U.S.-EU clash over tech, tariffs, and free speech heats up
The U.S. and European Union are at odds over social media regulation, digital trade, and the power of Silicon Valley as the spectre of China looms large. Former Lithuanian Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Egle Markeviciute and Yael Ossowski of the Consumer Choice Center join "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay to discuss how tariffs, regulatory frameworks, and differing approaches to innovation are straining transatlantic relations. With competition from China looming, experts say finding common ground on intellectual property, economic security, and supply chains is critical for both sides.
The U.S. and European Union are at odds over social media regulation, digital trade, and the power of Silicon Valley as the spectre of China looms large. Former Lithuanian Deputy Minister of Economy and Innovation Egle Markeviciute and Yael Ossowski of the Consumer Choice Center join "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay to discuss how tariffs, regulatory frameworks, and differing approaches to innovation are straining transatlantic relations. With competition from China looming, experts say finding common ground on intellectual property, economic security, and supply chains is critical for both sides.
Middle East tensions and U.S. security on 9/11 anniversary
Foreign policy analyst Laurie Watson joins The Final 5 as new flare-ups in Qatar highlight the fragile state of Middle East diplomacy. On the 24th anniversary of 9/11, she reflects on shifting U.S. alliances, the rising threat of domestic extremism after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and why Americans should balance vigilance with gratitude for the freedoms that remain protected at home.
Foreign policy analyst Laurie Watson joins The Final 5 as new flare-ups in Qatar highlight the fragile state of Middle East diplomacy. On the 24th anniversary of 9/11, she reflects on shifting U.S. alliances, the rising threat of domestic extremism after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and why Americans should balance vigilance with gratitude for the freedoms that remain protected at home.
Trump camp pushes back on Epstein birthday book
A newly released page from Jeffrey Epstein?s birthday book reportedly bearing Donald Trump?s signature is sparking fierce debate. While the White House dismisses it as fake, Trump?s base has rallied to his defense?framing it as another media attack. Axios? Tal Axelrod joins The Final 5 to break down the political fallout and why the MAGA movement remains steadfast behind Trump despite resurfaced ties to Epstein.
A newly released page from Jeffrey Epstein?s birthday book reportedly bearing Donald Trump?s signature is sparking fierce debate. While the White House dismisses it as fake, Trump?s base has rallied to his defense?framing it as another media attack. Axios? Tal Axelrod joins The Final 5 to break down the political fallout and why the MAGA movement remains steadfast behind Trump despite resurfaced ties to Epstein.
DC's shadow rep set to make Council bid
DC's shadow representative, Oye Owolewa, announced this week his bid for DC's at-large Council seat. He joins "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay to explain why he's running, and how DC leadership has fared during President Trump's unprecedented intervention into city politics and policing matters.
DC's shadow representative, Oye Owolewa, announced this week his bid for DC's at-large Council seat. He joins "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay to explain why he's running, and how DC leadership has fared during President Trump's unprecedented intervention into city politics and policing matters.
Can America bring the temperature down after Kirk killing?
The assassination of Charlie Kirk is the latest in a string of violent political attacks?including the murder of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman just weeks earlier?that have shaken the nation. These events are raising urgent questions about rising extremism, the culture of division, and the safety of public figures. Andrew Donaldson of Ordinary Times joins Jim Lokay o "The Final 5" to reflect on what this moment reveals about America?and where we go from here.
The assassination of Charlie Kirk is the latest in a string of violent political attacks?including the murder of Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman just weeks earlier?that have shaken the nation. These events are raising urgent questions about rising extremism, the culture of division, and the safety of public figures. Andrew Donaldson of Ordinary Times joins Jim Lokay o "The Final 5" to reflect on what this moment reveals about America?and where we go from here.
Former Congressman Joe Walsh reflects on Charlie Kirk after assassination
Former Congressman Joe Walsh joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" as he reflects on his personal bond with Charlie Kirk, recalling how he mentored him as a teenager and helped launch Turning Point USA?before politics split them apart. Walsh opens up about the shock and grief following Kirk?s assassination at an Utah campus event.
Former Congressman Joe Walsh joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" as he reflects on his personal bond with Charlie Kirk, recalling how he mentored him as a teenager and helped launch Turning Point USA?before politics split them apart. Walsh opens up about the shock and grief following Kirk?s assassination at an Utah campus event.
Rep. Oye Owolewa running for DC Council
Former U.S. Rep. Oye Owolewa has announced he's running for the D.C. Council. He'll take on Councilmember Anita Bonds.
Former U.S. Rep. Oye Owolewa has announced he's running for the D.C. Council. He'll take on Councilmember Anita Bonds.
'The cries of this widow will echo': Charlie Kirk's wife pays tribute to husband
At the vigil held at University of Maryland, Kirk said, "You have no idea the fire you have ignited in this wife. The cries of this widow will echo around this world like a battle cry."
At the vigil held at University of Maryland, Kirk said, "You have no idea the fire you have ignited in this wife. The cries of this widow will echo around this world like a battle cry."
Here's where Trump says he's sending the National Guard next
President Trump is adding to the list of cities he says are “deeply troubled” and in need of fixing.
President Trump is adding to the list of cities he says are “deeply troubled” and in need of fixing.
Charlie Kirk's casket flown back to Arizona by Air Force Two
Kirk, who a founder of Turning Point USA, died after he was shot while speaking at a Utah Valley University event in Orem, Utah. A day after the deadly shooting, the right-wing political figure was flown back to Phoenix.
Kirk, who a founder of Turning Point USA, died after he was shot while speaking at a Utah Valley University event in Orem, Utah. A day after the deadly shooting, the right-wing political figure was flown back to Phoenix.
New Orleans mayor pleads not guilty to corruption charges
New Orleans' first female mayor is accused of using taxpayer dollars to travel and dine with her bodyguard, then lying to investigators to hide their romantic affair.
New Orleans' first female mayor is accused of using taxpayer dollars to travel and dine with her bodyguard, then lying to investigators to hide their romantic affair.
Charlie Kirk to receive posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom
President Donald Trump will award Charlie Kirk a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor.
President Donald Trump will award Charlie Kirk a posthumous Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation’s highest civilian honor.
Trump’s DC crime emergency ends as House Republicans push sweeping bills
President Trump’s 30-day crime emergency in the District of Columbia expired at midnight, but the battle over control of the city continues.
President Trump’s 30-day crime emergency in the District of Columbia expired at midnight, but the battle over control of the city continues.
What led to the deadly shooting of Charlie Kirk?
Charlie Kirk was a conservative activist that was shot dead while at an outdoor Turning Point USA event at a university in Utah.
Charlie Kirk was a conservative activist that was shot dead while at an outdoor Turning Point USA event at a university in Utah.