Justice Department agrees to pay ex-Trump adviser Michael Flynn to settle prosecution lawsuit
Michael Flynn, the former national security adviser to President Donald Trump, is receiving a payout to settle a lawsuit related to the FBI's investigation into Russia’s involvement in the 2016 presidential election.
Michael Flynn, the former national security adviser to President Donald Trump, is receiving a payout to settle a lawsuit related to the FBI's investigation into Russia’s involvement in the 2016 presidential election.
TSA wait times still hit record highs with ICE agents in airports
TSA wait times aren’t going down at some of America’s largest airports, despite ICE officers being sent to help with record-long security lines.
TSA wait times aren’t going down at some of America’s largest airports, despite ICE officers being sent to help with record-long security lines.
Proposal would limit Social Security benefits to $100K a year for wealthy couples
As Social Security barrels toward broke in less than seven years, a Washington think tank has proposed limiting benefits to $100,000 a year for couples.
As Social Security barrels toward broke in less than seven years, a Washington think tank has proposed limiting benefits to $100,000 a year for couples.
Former Va. Gov. Allen on redistricting referendum
Former Virginia Governor and U.S. Senator George Allen says the current redistricting maps in Virginia are already fair — pointing to a bipartisan system approved by voters. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Allen argues the new referendum would undercut that process, claiming it would give Democrats a major advantage and disenfranchise rural voters. He calls the ballot language “deceptive” and warns the proposed maps would distort representation for political gain, urging Virginians to reject what he describes as a partisan power grab.
Former Virginia Governor and U.S. Senator George Allen says the current redistricting maps in Virginia are already fair — pointing to a bipartisan system approved by voters. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Allen argues the new referendum would undercut that process, claiming it would give Democrats a major advantage and disenfranchise rural voters. He calls the ballot language “deceptive” and warns the proposed maps would distort representation for political gain, urging Virginians to reject what he describes as a partisan power grab.
Bowser signs DC body cam bill for federal force, vetoes officer log measure
D.C. Mayor Bowser OKs bill releasing MPD body cam footage when federal agents use force, but vetoes a measure requiring logs of federal personnel at arrests or use-of-force incidents.
D.C. Mayor Bowser OKs bill releasing MPD body cam footage when federal agents use force, but vetoes a measure requiring logs of federal personnel at arrests or use-of-force incidents.
Democrats score two upset wins in Florida special elections
Florida Democrats are touting two upset victories after Tuesday’s special elections, including one in Palm Beach County and another in a closely watched state Senate race in Hillsborough County.
Florida Democrats are touting two upset victories after Tuesday’s special elections, including one in Palm Beach County and another in a closely watched state Senate race in Hillsborough County.
Prosecutor tells judge there's a lack of evidence in Fed Chair Powell inquiry on costly Fed renovations
A federal prosecutor admitted in court that the government lacks evidence of wrongdoing by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in its investigation of his testimony before a Senate committee last year, a new report states.
A federal prosecutor admitted in court that the government lacks evidence of wrongdoing by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in its investigation of his testimony before a Senate committee last year, a new report states.
President Trump’s visit to China set for May after being postponed by Iran war
The long-planned, face-to-face meeting between the leaders of the world’s two largest economies will now take place in mid-May.
The long-planned, face-to-face meeting between the leaders of the world’s two largest economies will now take place in mid-May.
Early voting in Virginia redistricting referendum shows stronger turnout in GOP areas
Early voting in Virginia’s redistricting referendum is showing stronger turnout in Republican-leaning areas, according to new data.
Early voting in Virginia’s redistricting referendum is showing stronger turnout in Republican-leaning areas, according to new data.
Airport chaos, Iran tensions and gas prices fuel frustrations at home
In this Final 5 interview, Marly Hornik of RealAmerica.Vote says President Trump’s move to deploy ICE personnel at airports was politically smart because it cast the agency in a more helpful, public-facing role while easing long lines. On Iran, she acknowledges Americans are feeling the squeeze from higher gas prices, but argues the broader threat posed by Iran and its proxy networks outweighs short-term pain at the pump. The overall message: Washington needs to move faster on funding, even as the public weighs domestic strain against national security concerns abroad.
In this Final 5 interview, Marly Hornik of RealAmerica.Vote says President Trump’s move to deploy ICE personnel at airports was politically smart because it cast the agency in a more helpful, public-facing role while easing long lines. On Iran, she acknowledges Americans are feeling the squeeze from higher gas prices, but argues the broader threat posed by Iran and its proxy networks outweighs short-term pain at the pump. The overall message: Washington needs to move faster on funding, even as the public weighs domestic strain against national security concerns abroad.
Pressure to fund DHS grows as airport chaos unfolds
Max Cohen of Punchbowl News joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 as there's still no firm agreement to end the partial government shutdown. He explains that Democrats and Republicans remain split over ICE funding and broader policy demands tied to the SAVE America Act, while Senate Republicans still do not appear to have the votes to eliminate the filibuster. Cohen says the airport disruptions have added pressure on both parties and helped push negotiations forward, but the public frustration is aimed less at one side than at Washington as a whole. His bottom line: there is still no clear end in sight, though the upcoming congressional recess could force action in the next few days.
Max Cohen of Punchbowl News joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 as there's still no firm agreement to end the partial government shutdown. He explains that Democrats and Republicans remain split over ICE funding and broader policy demands tied to the SAVE America Act, while Senate Republicans still do not appear to have the votes to eliminate the filibuster. Cohen says the airport disruptions have added pressure on both parties and helped push negotiations forward, but the public frustration is aimed less at one side than at Washington as a whole. His bottom line: there is still no clear end in sight, though the upcoming congressional recess could force action in the next few days.
Analyst: Ground Troops Unlikely, But Iran Conflict Still Escalating
Guest host Sydney Persing spoke with Middle East analyst and Young Voices contributor Abdullah Hayek about whether the war with Iran is truly winding down, despite mixed signals from President Trump. He argued a full ground invasion of Iran is highly unlikely because of the country’s size, terrain, and military complexity, though he said targeted troop deployments and strategic moves around key waterways remain possible. Hayek also said Americans should prepare for a longer conflict, with potential impacts on gas prices and markets, and said the next key signs to watch are Iran’s military posture, leadership signals, and whether long-range missile threats reappear.
Guest host Sydney Persing spoke with Middle East analyst and Young Voices contributor Abdullah Hayek about whether the war with Iran is truly winding down, despite mixed signals from President Trump. He argued a full ground invasion of Iran is highly unlikely because of the country’s size, terrain, and military complexity, though he said targeted troop deployments and strategic moves around key waterways remain possible. Hayek also said Americans should prepare for a longer conflict, with potential impacts on gas prices and markets, and said the next key signs to watch are Iran’s military posture, leadership signals, and whether long-range missile threats reappear.
What to know about the ‘No Kings’ protest in DC this weekend
Washington, D.C. and the DMV will host the third major "No Kings" march and rally Saturday, March 28, 2026, part of a nationwide wave of demonstrations the same day.
Washington, D.C. and the DMV will host the third major "No Kings" march and rally Saturday, March 28, 2026, part of a nationwide wave of demonstrations the same day.
President Trump casts Florida mail ballot as he pushes Congress to severely limit that voting option
President Donald Trump has cast another mail ballot in Florida as he continues to publicly bash the voting method as a source of fraud and push Congress to curtail the practice.
President Donald Trump has cast another mail ballot in Florida as he continues to publicly bash the voting method as a source of fraud and push Congress to curtail the practice.
Where DHS funding talks stand as Mullins is sworn in
As Markwayne Mullin is sworn in to lead Homeland Security Tuesday, a potential breakthrough bill that would fund the DHS is said to be in the works.
As Markwayne Mullin is sworn in to lead Homeland Security Tuesday, a potential breakthrough bill that would fund the DHS is said to be in the works.
Bruce Springsteen to perform at No Kings rally on March 28 in St. Paul
Bruce Springsteen has been added to a star-studded lineup, joining major political figures, for the No Kings rally at the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday, March 28.
Bruce Springsteen has been added to a star-studded lineup, joining major political figures, for the No Kings rally at the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday, March 28.
Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as DHS secretary amid funding shutdown
The Senate has confirmed Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, placing him in charge of an agency facing a funding shutdown.
The Senate has confirmed Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, placing him in charge of an agency facing a funding shutdown.
Several states sue Trump administration over ability to regulate greenhouse gases
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
ICE agents spotted at Reagan National, still expected at Dulles
ICE agents were spotted at Reagan National (DCA) and are reportedly headed to Dulles (IAD) to help TSA manage staffing shortages and long security lines.
ICE agents were spotted at Reagan National (DCA) and are reportedly headed to Dulles (IAD) to help TSA manage staffing shortages and long security lines.
New Virginia law aims to prevent underage vaping in schools and communities
A new bill aimed at keeping vapes out of schools and out of students’ hands is set to reach Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger’s desk for signing.
A new bill aimed at keeping vapes out of schools and out of students’ hands is set to reach Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger’s desk for signing.