Trump responds to GOP senator's push to bump minimum wage to $15 an hour
President Donald Trump has expressed uncertainty about Sen. Josh Hawley's bipartisan proposal to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour, noting its impact on business.
President Donald Trump has expressed uncertainty about Sen. Josh Hawley's bipartisan proposal to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour, noting its impact on business.
Alex Thompson on Biden's decline, media blind spots, and "Original Sin"
National political correspondent Alex Thompson joined Jim Lokay on The Final 5 to discuss his new book "Original Sin", co-authored with CNN anchor Jake Tapper. The book, which has generated buzz across the political spectrum, offers a deep dive into President Biden's mental fitness, the Democratic Party?s decision-making process, and what Thompson describes as a coordinated effort to shield the public from Biden?s decline.
National political correspondent Alex Thompson joined Jim Lokay on The Final 5 to discuss his new book "Original Sin", co-authored with CNN anchor Jake Tapper. The book, which has generated buzz across the political spectrum, offers a deep dive into President Biden's mental fitness, the Democratic Party?s decision-making process, and what Thompson describes as a coordinated effort to shield the public from Biden?s decline.
Trump's "ultimate ultimatum" to Iran
President Trump isn't showing his cards when it comes to potential U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, but decision time is looming. Jim discusses that and more with national security expert and radio talk show host Arif Halaby on "The Final 5."
President Trump isn't showing his cards when it comes to potential U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, but decision time is looming. Jim discusses that and more with national security expert and radio talk show host Arif Halaby on "The Final 5."
Trump answers reporter questions on Israel-Iran conflict
President Donald Trump answered reporter questions on the Israel-Iran conflict, interest rates, and SCOTUS.
President Donald Trump answered reporter questions on the Israel-Iran conflict, interest rates, and SCOTUS.
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids
The ruling by the Supreme Court is a setback for transgender rights, with more than 20 states enacting laws similar to that of Tennessee.
The ruling by the Supreme Court is a setback for transgender rights, with more than 20 states enacting laws similar to that of Tennessee.
President Trump calls for Iran to surrender unconditionally
Iran spokesperson warns that US Intervention in Israel-Iran conflict could spark "All-Out War"
Iran spokesperson warns that US Intervention in Israel-Iran conflict could spark "All-Out War"
2025 Virginia primary election results
Virginia’s 2025 race for governor is already shaping up to be historic—but the primary election on June 17 focused on other key statewide and local contests.
Virginia’s 2025 race for governor is already shaping up to be historic—but the primary election on June 17 focused on other key statewide and local contests.
Virginia Election Results: Hashmi clinches Democratic nomination for Virginia lieutenant gov
State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi has secured the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor, becoming the first Muslim and first Indian American nominated for a statewide office in Virginia.
State Sen. Ghazala Hashmi has secured the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor, becoming the first Muslim and first Indian American nominated for a statewide office in Virginia.
President Donald Trump discusses Israel-Iran conflict
President Trump discusses potential US involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.
President Trump discusses potential US involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.
Trump dismisses Gabbard's Iran nuke claim; WH insists he's aligned with intel chief
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard dismissed concerns Iran was building a nuclear weapon earlier this year, but Trump now says he believes Iran is close to building the weapon.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard dismissed concerns Iran was building a nuclear weapon earlier this year, but Trump now says he believes Iran is close to building the weapon.
Virginia Election Results: Lieutenant Governor race remains undecided
Virginia’s primary election has wrapped up, but a key race remains undecided with ballots still being counted.
Virginia’s primary election has wrapped up, but a key race remains undecided with ballots still being counted.
Jay Jones wins Virginia Democratic primary for Attorney General
Jay Jones has been declared the winner of Virginia's Democratic primary for attorney general.
Jay Jones has been declared the winner of Virginia's Democratic primary for attorney general.
Minnesota leaders condemn polarizing rhetoric in wake of tragic shootings
In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.
In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.
Sen. Tina Smith confronts Sen. Mike Lee over MN lawmaker shooting comments
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith confronted Sen. Mike Lee of Utah on Monday over his social media posts that blamed the Minnesota lawmaker shootings on "Marxists."
U.S. Sen. Tina Smith confronted Sen. Mike Lee of Utah on Monday over his social media posts that blamed the Minnesota lawmaker shootings on "Marxists."
NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE
Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.
Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.
Virginia Primary: A look at the 6 Democratic Lt. Gov. candidates
Virginians decide Tuesday which Democrat will face Republican John Reid in November as lieutenant governor. Each candidate offers a distinct vision—ranging from labor reform to education funding to election safeguards.
Virginians decide Tuesday which Democrat will face Republican John Reid in November as lieutenant governor. Each candidate offers a distinct vision—ranging from labor reform to education funding to election safeguards.
Final Supreme Court decisions loom on birthright citizenship, trans rights and more
With recess set to begin at the end of June, the Supreme Court still has 21 cases to decide — several of them with far-reaching implications for civil rights, immigration, education and free speech.
With recess set to begin at the end of June, the Supreme Court still has 21 cases to decide — several of them with far-reaching implications for civil rights, immigration, education and free speech.
Voting for Primary Elections are underway in Virginia
The primary elections are underway in Virginia as Democrats and Republicans select their picks for key positions in Virginia including Lieutenant Governor
The primary elections are underway in Virginia as Democrats and Republicans select their picks for key positions in Virginia including Lieutenant Governor
State Dept. Briefing: Trump establishes Middle East task force
State Department Spokesperson discusses President Donald Trump establishing a Middle East task force.
State Department Spokesperson discusses President Donald Trump establishing a Middle East task force.
Virginia Attorney General primary: Where candidates stand on key issues
Virginia voters head to the polls Tuesday to select party nominees in several high-profile statewide races, including the attorney general. Two Democrats, Jay Jones and Shannon Taylor, are vying for the chance to challenge Republican incumbent Jason Miyares in November.
Virginia voters head to the polls Tuesday to select party nominees in several high-profile statewide races, including the attorney general. Two Democrats, Jay Jones and Shannon Taylor, are vying for the chance to challenge Republican incumbent Jason Miyares in November.