WATCH: Abigail Spanberger campaigns in Portsmouth, VA
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Abigail Spanberger holds a canvass launch with local leaders in Portsmouth, Virginia ahead of the November 4th election.

On The Hill: October 26, 2025
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On The Hill, a politics show featuring FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald, is a staple of Sunday morning political talk.

Virginia Democrats plan to redraw congressional maps
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Virginia Democrats announced their plan to redraw their congressional maps ahead of next year's midterm elections. FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald speaks with Congressman James Walkinshaw (D-VA).

Government shutdown hits Day 26 with no deal in sight
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FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald speaks with Congressman James Walkinshaw (D-VA) on the battle between Democrats and Republicans to fund the government.

Government Shutdown: #ShutdownTherapy brings hope to local residents
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The impact of the government shutdown is being felt beyond federal buildings as it enters day 26. Local therapist Dr. Maliek Blade joins FOX 5 to share how he's bringing free mental health support to the community.

78% of Americans say Congress should extend health care subsidies: poll
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The government shutdown battle continues over health care subsidies that are set to expire at the end of the year. Phil Galewitz, senior correspondent at KFF Health News, joins FOX 5 to discuss.

DC suing federal government to have National Guard leave the city

The Office of the Attorney General in D.C. is suing the federal government, saying that the deployment of the National Guard on the streets of D.C. is unlawful, and that it's causing irreparable harm in the city. 

Former quarterback AJ McCarron announces run for Alabama lieutenant governor

The former Alabama Crimson Tide and NFL quarterback announced his candidacy in a video post referring to himself as a “political outsider."

Virginia Democrats could redraw state's congressional maps

Just weeks before Virginia elects a new governor, there’s a surprise move that could upend the state’s congressional makeup.  

Governor's race brings renewed focus to future of retail marijuana sales in VA

The future of retail marijuana sales in Virginia is getting increased attention as the state's gubernatorial election between Abigail Spanberger and Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears draws closer by the day.

PHOTOS: White House East Wing before the demolition

The East Wing, long used as the White House’s social entrance and home to the first lady’s staff, is being torn down as construction begins on President Donald Trump’s $250 million ballroom. Here’s a look at the historic wing before demolition began.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Stalemate hits 23rd day, now second-longest in US history

The government shutdown stretched into its 23rd day Thursday, becoming the second-longest in U.S. history, after Senate Democrats blocked a 12th Republican attempt to reopen the government Wednesday afternoon.

White House East Wing demolition expected to be complete by weekend

The East Wing of the White House is expected to be fully demolished by this weekend, FOX 5 has learned, as President Trump continues his plan to build a new ballroom on the property.