'Big beautiful bill' passes final vote in House; moves to Trump

The House approved a final version of President Donald Trump’s spending bill ahead of the July 4 deadline imposed by Trump. Here's what the bill includes.

'Big, Beautiful Bill': Jeffries stalls Trump megabill; PA GOP Rep. 'no' vote on rules

The House appeared to be on its way to advancing President Donald Trump's $3.3 trillion "big, beautiful bill" Wednesday night until it came to a halt thanks to a top Democrat and an unwavering House Republican.

Bondi is turning the DOJ into Trump?s personal law firm, says Justice vet
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In an interview on The Final 5, legal analyst Michael J. Stern argued that Attorney General Pam Bondi has transformed the Department of Justice into a tool for Donald Trump, undermining its integrity and mission. Stern discussed Bondi?s long-standing loyalty to Trump, from her time as Florida?s AG to her role in his impeachment defense, and warned about the dangerous erosion of judicial independence under her leadership. He also weighs in on her threats to media outlets for reporting about an anti-ICE app called Ice Block.

Axios? Stephen Neukam unpacks Johnson's push to pass Trump bill
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In an interview on The Final 5, Axios reporter Stephen Neukam broke down the tense dynamics playing out in Congress as moderates and conservatives clash ahead of critical votes on President Trump's signature legislation. Neukam explained the uncertainty surrounding the timing of Senate action and how shifting alliances in the House are shaping the debate before the President's July 4th deadline.

Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law

The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.

Trump to convince GOP lawmakers to pass 'Big Beautiful Bill'
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President Donald Trump is going to attempt to convince GOP lawmakers to pass his 'Big Beautiful Bill', and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell claims Trump's tariffs kept the Federal Reserve from cutting rates

House Republicans push for final vote on Trump's spending bill

The House previously passed a version of the legislation in May, but it’s unclear if House GOP members can pass a Senate-refined version of the bill on Wednesday.

VA Democrats say they're energized to fight Trump, Musk policies and lower costs
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In an interview on The Final 5, Virginia Delegate Dan Helmer, chair of the House Democratic Caucus campaigns, laid out the party?s 2025 strategy. Helmer touted strong grassroots energy across the Commonwealth, driven by what he calls the damaging economic policies of Trump and Musk that have raised costs for Virginians. He also praised gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger?s national security background and legislative record.

Senate passes Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill"
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The Senate passes President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. But how do both sides feel about the current state of the bill.

What effects will Trump's Big Beautiful Bill have on DHS?
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Attorney Renata Castro joins FOX 5's LiveZone to discuss President Trump's comments on immigration and border security from Alligator Alcatraz visit.

President Trump discusses border security at Alligator Alcatraz
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President Donald Trump is joined by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Florida Governor Ron Desantis to talk border security, recounting the Census, and Elon Musk's comments from Alligator Alcatraz.

New Virginia laws take effect July 1, 2025

Several new laws take effect on July 1, 2025 in Virginia, addressing workplace accountability, road safety, education, and digital protections for children.

New Maryland laws take effect July 1, 2025

Several new laws take effect on July 1, 2025 in Maryland, addressing education, digital privacy, housing, healthcare,  infrastructure, and recreational marijuana.

Montgomery County gas-powered leaf blower ban takes effect, exemption proposed

A ban on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums across Montgomery County took effect Tuesday, prohibiting their use on private, commercial and local government properties. Violators could face fines up to $500.

President Trump talks border security, recounting the Census,
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President Donald Trump is joined by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Florida Governor Ron Desantis to talk border security, recounting the Census, and Elon Musk's comments from Alligator Alcatraz.

More than half of Americans oppose Trump's spending bill, poll shows

Americans say they don’t support the proposed legislation but admit to being divided on a Medicaid provision in the bill, according to a recent poll.