Spanberger to be sworn-in as first female Virginia governor
History will be made in Virginia on Saturday as Governor‑elect Abigail Spanberger is sworn-in as the Commonwealth’s first female governor.
History will be made in Virginia on Saturday as Governor‑elect Abigail Spanberger is sworn-in as the Commonwealth’s first female governor.
Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Trump unveils healthcare plan focused on drug prices, transparency and HSAs
NOTUS reporter Violet Jira joined “The Final 5 with Jim Lokay” to break down President Trump’s newly released healthcare plan, which the White House says is now in Congress’s hands. Jira outlined key elements including efforts to codify “most favored nation” drug pricing deals, new price transparency requirements for providers that accept Medicare or Medicaid, and a push to route more healthcare spending directly to consumers through HSAs rather than insurance companies. She noted lawmakers are still evaluating what — if anything — can realistically pass given tight House margins and the Senate filibuster
NOTUS reporter Violet Jira joined “The Final 5 with Jim Lokay” to break down President Trump’s newly released healthcare plan, which the White House says is now in Congress’s hands. Jira outlined key elements including efforts to codify “most favored nation” drug pricing deals, new price transparency requirements for providers that accept Medicare or Medicaid, and a push to route more healthcare spending directly to consumers through HSAs rather than insurance companies. She noted lawmakers are still evaluating what — if anything — can realistically pass given tight House margins and the Senate filibuster
Taking a closer look at Iran and what's next
Trita Parsi of the Quincy Institute joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to offer insight on the potential of U.S. action in Iran, and what's behind the demonstrations that's roiled the country and pushed the regime to the brink.
Trita Parsi of the Quincy Institute joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to offer insight on the potential of U.S. action in Iran, and what's behind the demonstrations that's roiled the country and pushed the regime to the brink.
One year in: Poll reveals how Americans feel about Trump's return to White House
As President Donald Trump marks a full year of his second term, his approval ratings are shifting. From the economy to foreign policy, a new poll reveals what’s driving public opinion on his performance.
As President Donald Trump marks a full year of his second term, his approval ratings are shifting. From the economy to foreign policy, a new poll reveals what’s driving public opinion on his performance.
Madison Sheahan, ICE's deputy director, resigns to run for Congress
Madison Sheahan, the deputy director for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is leaving her role to run for Congress in Ohio.
Madison Sheahan, the deputy director for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is leaving her role to run for Congress in Ohio.
Former Rep. Comstock weighs in on future for Spanberger & Youngkin
Former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock (R) joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to talk about the road ahead for Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger. Comstock also weighs in on outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin's future and his decision to endorse Vice President J.D. Vance for a 2028 White House run.
Former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock (R) joins The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to talk about the road ahead for Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger. Comstock also weighs in on outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin's future and his decision to endorse Vice President J.D. Vance for a 2028 White House run.
GOP blocks war powers resolution as focus turns to Iran
A push to place guiderails on President Trump's potential military moves in Venezuela fails as tensions rise in Iran. Jim Lokay discusses that and more with Kevin Walling on "The Final 5," including why the Trump administration has zeroed in on the human rights abuses at the hands of the Iranian regime.
A push to place guiderails on President Trump's potential military moves in Venezuela fails as tensions rise in Iran. Jim Lokay discusses that and more with Kevin Walling on "The Final 5," including why the Trump administration has zeroed in on the human rights abuses at the hands of the Iranian regime.
Maryland, Virginia state legislatures now back in session
Lawmakers are back to work in Annapolis and Richmond as both state legislatures are now in session in Maryland and Virginia. Both states have a laundry list of items to tackle over the next few months. FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis joins us now with what is on the agenda in the free state and in the Commonwealth.
Lawmakers are back to work in Annapolis and Richmond as both state legislatures are now in session in Maryland and Virginia. Both states have a laundry list of items to tackle over the next few months. FOX 5’s Tisha Lewis joins us now with what is on the agenda in the free state and in the Commonwealth.
Maryland, Virginia state legislatures now back in session
Lawmakers are back to work in Annapolis and Richmond as both state legislatures are now in session in Maryland and Virginia.
Lawmakers are back to work in Annapolis and Richmond as both state legislatures are now in session in Maryland and Virginia.
Kenyan McDuffie officially launches D.C. mayoral campaign
Former D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie officially launched his campaign to replace Mayor Muriel Bowser. Here’s what he’s promising voters — and how the growing field is shaping up.
Former D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie officially launched his campaign to replace Mayor Muriel Bowser. Here’s what he’s promising voters — and how the growing field is shaping up.
Adams snaps at airline passenger on video: 'You're gonna see the Brooklyn in me'
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams was caught on video snapping at an airline passenger.
Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams was caught on video snapping at an airline passenger.
Walz impeachment articles drafted by Minnesota House lawmakers
Arguing that “[taxpayers] are demanding accountability of their elected officials," Minnesota House Republicans are set to introduce articles of impeachment against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
Arguing that “[taxpayers] are demanding accountability of their elected officials," Minnesota House Republicans are set to introduce articles of impeachment against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.
Illinois congresswoman moves to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.
Here's what Americans are saying about Trump's involvement in Venezuela: poll
Americans are weighing in on the president's latest actions and whether military involvement actually benefits the U.S.
Americans are weighing in on the president's latest actions and whether military involvement actually benefits the U.S.
Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.
Kenyan McDuffie announces run for DC mayor
Former D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie is officially running for mayor of the nation’s capital.
Former D.C. Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie is officially running for mayor of the nation’s capital.
Trump seen flipping off Ford worker: What we know after president's interaction at Michigan plant
Video from inside the Ford Rouge complex in Dearborn showed President Donald Trump apparently flipping off a worker and swearing after the worker yelled at the president.
Video from inside the Ford Rouge complex in Dearborn showed President Donald Trump apparently flipping off a worker and swearing after the worker yelled at the president.
Supreme Court hears arguments on banning transgender athletes from women's sports
The Supreme Court is considering the future of transgender athletes in women's and girls' sports.
The Supreme Court is considering the future of transgender athletes in women's and girls' sports.