Capitol Gains: majority of senators are millionaires
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A new investigation by NOTUS reporter Taylor Giorno reveals that the median U.S. senator's net worth is 70 times greater than the median U.S. household. She breaks down the numbers on The Final 5 with Jim Lokay. 

Democrats push for partial funding of DHS as thousands of federal workers go unpaid

A month into the congressional budget battle over the Department of Homeland Security, thousands of other federal workers are still operating without pay.

Democrats push partial DHS funding as workers go unpaid
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House Democrats are pushing a controversial plan to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security — including TSA and FEMA — while excluding ICE and border enforcement, as the shutdown stretches into its second month and thousands of workers remain without pay.

Markwayne Mullin makes his case to lead DHS, faces Senate resistance over temperament

Markwayne Mullin appeared before senators for a Department of Homeland Security confirmation hearing on Wednesday as lawmakers questioned the Oklahoma Republican senator about he would run the department.

Iranian regime appears 'intact but largely degraded,' Gabbard tells Congress

Tulsi Gabbard, director of national intelligence, told the Senate Intelligence Committee that the Iranian regime "appears to be intact but largely degraded."

Fed keeps interest rates steady: Here's what to know

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 3.6% for a second time and signaled at least one rate cut later this year.

What is the Jones Act? Trump may waive shipping law during Iran war

The Trump administration is weighing whether to suspend maritime shipping laws as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to disrupt energy markets and supply chains.

Iraq vet shares insight on war in Iran
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Marine Corps vet Sarah Czech joins Jim Lokay on The Final 5 to offer her take on the U.S./Israel attacks on Iran, and where she thinks the administration is falling short.

FCC chair tells broadcasters to "change course" or lose license
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Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr is suggesting that broadcasters who don't "change course" in their coverage of the Trump administration and the war in Iran might face consequences, including losing their broadcast license. Jim Lokay discusses that, plus Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's demands on how news organizations report the war, with Scott Nover of the Washington Post. 

Judge considering argument to block Trump's construction on White House East Wing
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A federal judge is considering whether to block construction on the White House's now-demolished East Wing. FOX 5’s Chief Legal Correspondent Katie Barlow was inside the courtroom.

John Reid on why he opposes Va. redistricting referendum
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Early voting is underway across Virginia ahead of the April 21st referendum on redistricting the commonwealth's 11th congressional districts. Jim Lokay is joined by "Reid Revolution" host and 2025 GOP Lt. Gov. nominee John Reid on The Final 5.

US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt

Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.

Who is Joe Kent? Trump counterterrorism admin, veteran resigns over Iran war

The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience" back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.

SAVE America Act: Republicans launching voting bill debate in Senate

President Donald Trump is urging Congress to get the SAVE America Act passed as Republicans prepare to begin talks on the Senate floor about the legislation.

Kennedy Center board votes in favor of 2-year closure for renovations

The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations. 

DC mayoral race heats up: McDuffie and Lewis George clash during Free DC forum

At a live Free D.C. forum in Southeast D.C., Democratic frontrunners for mayor Kenyan McDuffie and Janeese Lewis George directly confronted each other on their records and visions for the city.