Jay Jones scandal shakes up Virginia's attorney general race
Virginia’s attorney general race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal.
Virginia’s attorney general race continues to make headlines nationwide as Democratic candidate Jay Jones tries to recover from a text message scandal.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Day 7 begins with no deal in sight
The federal government shutdown entered its seventh day Tuesday, with no signs of progress on Capitol Hill.
The federal government shutdown entered its seventh day Tuesday, with no signs of progress on Capitol Hill.
Virginia gubernatorial debate at Norfolk State University Thursday. Here's what to know
The Virginia gubernatorial debate will take place on Thursday.
The Virginia gubernatorial debate will take place on Thursday.
What is Antifa?
President Donald Trump held a roundtable on Antifa Wednesday after previously designating the group as a “terrorist organization."
President Donald Trump held a roundtable on Antifa Wednesday after previously designating the group as a “terrorist organization."
D.C. Rep. Owolewa said he will not 'be intimidated' following home vandalism
The D.C. US Representative, Owe Owolewa, found "F U" spray-painted on his town home door upon returning from the Anacostia Coordinating Council Annual Boat Cruise.
The D.C. US Representative, Owe Owolewa, found "F U" spray-painted on his town home door upon returning from the Anacostia Coordinating Council Annual Boat Cruise.
James Comey Indictment: Former FBI Director pleads not guilty over alleged lies to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Joan Kennedy, Sen. Edward Kennedy's ex-wife, dies at 89
Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.
Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.
Government Shutdown 2025 Update: New fears over furloughed backpay
We’re now one week into the government shutdown, and federal workers could be the ones paying the price.
We’re now one week into the government shutdown, and federal workers could be the ones paying the price.
Two years after Hamas attack, two-state solution ?further away than ever?
Foreign policy expert and former State Department official Joel Rubin joined The Final 5 on the second anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel ? the deadliest assault against Jews since the Holocaust. Rubin said while negotiations in Cairo may produce a short-term ceasefire and hostage deal, the broader path to a two-state solution has never looked more distant. He blamed Hamas for undermining past peace efforts, including during the Oslo era, and said removing the group from future governance in Gaza will be critical.
Foreign policy expert and former State Department official Joel Rubin joined The Final 5 on the second anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel ? the deadliest assault against Jews since the Holocaust. Rubin said while negotiations in Cairo may produce a short-term ceasefire and hostage deal, the broader path to a two-state solution has never looked more distant. He blamed Hamas for undermining past peace efforts, including during the Oslo era, and said removing the group from future governance in Gaza will be critical.
Trump?s push for Mideast peace: analyst says ?we?re closer than ever?
With Benjamin Netanyahu facing intense pressure at home, and external pressure mounting on Hamas and its backers ? including Iran ? retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian said real progress is possible, but fragile. He credited President Trump?s willingness to both support and criticize Israel as a potential diplomatic asset, noting that success hinges on cutting off Hamas funding and applying sustained international pressure.
With Benjamin Netanyahu facing intense pressure at home, and external pressure mounting on Hamas and its backers ? including Iran ? retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian said real progress is possible, but fragile. He credited President Trump?s willingness to both support and criticize Israel as a potential diplomatic asset, noting that success hinges on cutting off Hamas funding and applying sustained international pressure.
Prince George's County aims to help laid-off federal workers
Officials in Prince George’s County moved forward Tuesday with plans to help laid-off federal workers get back on their feet.
Officials in Prince George’s County moved forward Tuesday with plans to help laid-off federal workers get back on their feet.
Can federal worker backpay be withheld? OMB reportedly deletes law from FAQ documentation
A new concern is growing for federal employees sidelined by the government shutdown — the possibility they may not receive the back pay they’ve counted on.
A new concern is growing for federal employees sidelined by the government shutdown — the possibility they may not receive the back pay they’ve counted on.
SCOTUS weighs whether states can ban conversion talk therapy for minors
The Supreme Court heard arguments today over whether states can ban so-called "conversion talk therapy" for minors.
The Supreme Court heard arguments today over whether states can ban so-called "conversion talk therapy" for minors.
Bondi testifies at congressional hearing on DOJ
Pam Bondi avoided questions while defending herself during a congressional hearing amid criticism that she's turning the Justice Department into a weapon to seek revenge against President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
Pam Bondi avoided questions while defending herself during a congressional hearing amid criticism that she's turning the Justice Department into a weapon to seek revenge against President Donald Trump’s political opponents.
White House says it will use tariff revenue to save food aid program
The White House said it has found a workaround to fund a food program during the government shutdown to keep aid flowing for millions of women and children. Here’s what we know.
The White House said it has found a workaround to fund a food program during the government shutdown to keep aid flowing for millions of women and children. Here’s what we know.
Cuomo says Mamdani doesn't have the experience to be NYC mayor
Cuomo sat down for an interview on Good Day New York to discuss why Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani shouldn't be mayor.
Cuomo sat down for an interview on Good Day New York to discuss why Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani shouldn't be mayor.
The Insurrection Act: What is it and could Trump invoke it for National Guard?
As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.
As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.
Government Shutdown 2025: DC communities stepping up
The effects of the federal shutdown continue to ripple across the region. From museums and marriage licenses to local governments scrambling to support furloughed workers, the impact is being felt in every corner of the DMV.
The effects of the federal shutdown continue to ripple across the region. From museums and marriage licenses to local governments scrambling to support furloughed workers, the impact is being felt in every corner of the DMV.
Can America Relearn Civility? Author Says It Starts With Seeing Each Other as Human Again
As headlines of political violence and threats grow more common, The Soul of Civility author Alexandra Hudson joins The Final 5 to explore whether America can rediscover the art of disagreement without dehumanization. Hudson explains the crucial difference between politeness and civility?one is surface-level etiquette, the other a deeper respect for our shared humanity. She warns that social media has amplified our worst impulses by granting ?the power of invisibility,? and urges Americans to bring tough conversations back into real life.
As headlines of political violence and threats grow more common, The Soul of Civility author Alexandra Hudson joins The Final 5 to explore whether America can rediscover the art of disagreement without dehumanization. Hudson explains the crucial difference between politeness and civility?one is surface-level etiquette, the other a deeper respect for our shared humanity. She warns that social media has amplified our worst impulses by granting ?the power of invisibility,? and urges Americans to bring tough conversations back into real life.
Government shutdown 2025: Latest updates as Senate votes Monday
The government shutdown has continued into its sixth day, with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle pointing fingers.
The government shutdown has continued into its sixth day, with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle pointing fingers.