Politics

On The Hill, a weekly politics show featuring FOX 5's Tom Fitzgerald, is a staple of Sunday morning political talk in Washington, D.C.

Maryland Delegate Adrian Boafo says backing from the largest federal employee union is a major boost in the Democratic primary to succeed Steny Hoyer. On The Final 5, Boafo argued Maryland’s 5th District needs someone who can fight the Trump administration, protect federal workers during shutdowns, and build on endorsements from Hoyer, Wes Moore, Angela Alsobrooks, teachers unions, and local leaders.

Kevin Warsh taking over the Fed likely won’t bring quick relief for homebuyers, according to BiggerPockers CIO Dave Meyer. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, he says inflation, bond market pressure, and a divided housing market mean mortgage rates may stay elevated, with some regions cooling while more affordable Midwest markets remain competitive. His advice to buyers: don’t wait for the Fed — negotiate hard now.

Author Bruce Goldfarb reflects on the 1982 Air Florida Flight 90 crash and Metro derailment that killed 81 people in a single day, and reshaped emergency response in Washington. His book "The Worst Day" highlights the ordinary people and first responders who risked their lives to save strangers amid chaos, poor communication and brutal weather. 

Sen. Mark Kelly’s fight with Pete Hegseth over military speech and retirement benefits has become an unusually personal battle between two veterans. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, NOTUS reporter Igor Bobic says the clash has boosted Kelly’s national profile and fundraising, while also raising broader questions about Pentagon policy, congressional pushback and Kelly’s possible 2028 ambitions.

AI will disrupt parts of the workforce but also create new demand, according to Patrick Hedger of NetChoice. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, he argues the U.S. needs to invest in training and worker transitions while staying ahead of China in the AI race, warning that falling behind could mean job losses without the broader economic benefits.

Jim Lokay takes a look at the latest trends involving surging gas prices, a brief respite, and gas tax holidays with Patrick DeHaan from Gasbuddy on The Final 5.

Fairfax County leaders were grilled by a House subcommittee over immigration policies Thursday. Republicans allege Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano showed preferential treatment to undocumented defendants, citing the tragic death of Stephanie Minter. Descano defended his record.