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.
Barron Trump moves into White House for NYU sophomore year: reports
The youngest son of President Donald Trump, Barron Trump, has reportedly moved into the White House for his sophomore year at New York University. Barron Trump spent his freshman year at NYU's New York City campus, but is now taking classes at the University's Washington D.C. campus to be able to live with his parents.
The youngest son of President Donald Trump, Barron Trump, has reportedly moved into the White House for his sophomore year at New York University. Barron Trump spent his freshman year at NYU's New York City campus, but is now taking classes at the University's Washington D.C. campus to be able to live with his parents.
Charlie Kirk assassination latest in string of US political violence
Charlie Kirk, the conservative firebrand and founder of Turning Point USA, died after being shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, according to President Donald Trump.
Charlie Kirk, the conservative firebrand and founder of Turning Point USA, died after being shot while speaking at Utah Valley University on Wednesday, according to President Donald Trump.
White House to honor Charlie Kirk by flying flags at half-staff
President Donald Trump ordered flags to fly at half-staff through Sunday after political activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed in Utah.
President Donald Trump ordered flags to fly at half-staff through Sunday after political activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed in Utah.
What is Turning Point USA? Charlie Kirk's nonprofit
The conservative nonprofit organization’s mission revolves around being a vast network for young people nationwide.
The conservative nonprofit organization’s mission revolves around being a vast network for young people nationwide.
DC 'sandwich thrower' pleads not guilty to misdemeanor assault
Sean Charles Dunn, 37, the former DOJ employee who allegedly threw a sandwich at a federal officer in D.C. last month, pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor assault in federal court on Wednesday.
Sean Charles Dunn, 37, the former DOJ employee who allegedly threw a sandwich at a federal officer in D.C. last month, pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor assault in federal court on Wednesday.
Latest 'MAHA' childhood disease report 'lacks details,' critics say
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
A new 20-page “MAHA” report prioritizes investigations into vaccine injuries, chemical exposure, prescription drugs and other factors as drivers for chronic childhood disease.
Jobs, Debt, and Trump?s New Savings Accounts
Marc Cadin of Finseca joined The Final 5 to break down the state of the economy, from shaky jobs numbers to long-term debt concerns. He noted that tariffs, trade policy, and demographic shifts will shape markets more than short-term reports, warning that America?s mounting debt could trigger a future crisis like 2008. Cadin also weighed in on Trump?s newly-created savings accounts for newborns, as part of the "Big Beautiful Bill," seeded with $1,000 and designed to grow over decades. With compounding, he said, even modest contributions could turn into hundreds of thousands?or even millions?by retirement.
Marc Cadin of Finseca joined The Final 5 to break down the state of the economy, from shaky jobs numbers to long-term debt concerns. He noted that tariffs, trade policy, and demographic shifts will shape markets more than short-term reports, warning that America?s mounting debt could trigger a future crisis like 2008. Cadin also weighed in on Trump?s newly-created savings accounts for newborns, as part of the "Big Beautiful Bill," seeded with $1,000 and designed to grow over decades. With compounding, he said, even modest contributions could turn into hundreds of thousands?or even millions?by retirement.
Trump?s ?Department of War? Rebrand Sparks a Bigger Debate
Historian and author Ivan Eland joined The Final 5 to discuss President Trump?s push to rename the Department of Defense back to the ?Department of War.? Eland argued that the shift could actually bring more honesty about America?s military actions, noting that since the name change in 1947, U.S. leaders have avoided declaring formal wars while engaging in questionable overseas conflicts. He said presidents now act unilaterally, sidestepping Congress?s constitutional authority, and believes reviving the old name could highlight the true nature of America?s military power. Eland also previewed his new book, "Domestic Causes of American Wars: Economic and Political Triggers."
Historian and author Ivan Eland joined The Final 5 to discuss President Trump?s push to rename the Department of Defense back to the ?Department of War.? Eland argued that the shift could actually bring more honesty about America?s military actions, noting that since the name change in 1947, U.S. leaders have avoided declaring formal wars while engaging in questionable overseas conflicts. He said presidents now act unilaterally, sidestepping Congress?s constitutional authority, and believes reviving the old name could highlight the true nature of America?s military power. Eland also previewed his new book, "Domestic Causes of American Wars: Economic and Political Triggers."
Who is James Walkinshaw? Meet VA's newest House representative
Democrat James Walkinshaw has won a special election to represent Virginia's 11th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, besting Republican Stewart Whitson, an Army veteran and former FBI agent.
Democrat James Walkinshaw has won a special election to represent Virginia's 11th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, besting Republican Stewart Whitson, an Army veteran and former FBI agent.
Virginia special election: Walkinshaw wins 11th Congressional District
The Associated Press has called the race for Virginia's 11th District seat for Democrat James Walkinshaw.
The Associated Press has called the race for Virginia's 11th District seat for Democrat James Walkinshaw.