New poll shows increasing Latino support for Trump
A new poll suggests that Donald Trump is building support among Latino voters. Ipsos Public Affairs President Cliff Young joins Jim on "The Final 5" to look at the numbers, as well as how topics like immigration, abortion, and the economy are resonating with one of the nation's most increasing constituencies.
The Final 5: April 18, 2024
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LION Lunch Hour: April 18, 2024
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Trump jury selection nearly complete, but challenges abound
It took four days to find 12 New Yorkers to serve as jurors in Donald Trump's first criminal trial in New York, but not without concerns over juror anonymity and the process of finding an impartial panel. Jim talks about it all with attorney and legal expert Dr. Tracy Pearson on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: April 17, 2024
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Peter Choharis makes his case for Maryland's 6th
Attorney Peter Choharis has joined the race for Maryland's soon-to-be-vacant 6th Congressional District seat. Choharis, who's worked in the past with several Democratic candidates, says he's motivated by economic issues in the campaign to succeed David Trone. He joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain why he's making the run.
The Final 5: April 16, 2024
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Johnson on hot seat; Senate takes up Mayorkas impeachment
A second House Republican has signed onto the effort to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, but unlike the last time, Democrats seem willing to toss a lifeline. Jim discusses that and the pending impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas with Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling and former communications aide to ex-Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Brittany Martinez on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: April 15, 2024
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The Final 5: April 12, 2024
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Poll suggests Trone/Alsobrooks race is tightening
Less than a month before the primary, and a new internal poll shows the Democratic race for Maryland's soon-to-be-vacant U.S. Senate seat is a close one. While Rep. David Trone remains ahead, Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks has closed the gap within the margin of error. The poll from the Alsobrooks campaign was obtained by Axios, and reporter Stephen Neukam joined Jim on "The Final 5" to explain more.
The IRS tries to reform itself. Is it working?
With Tax Day looming, the IRS has been vowing to reform itself into a more taxpayer-friendly organization. But are the reforms working? Jim talks about that and more with Taxpayers' Protection Alliance executive director Patrick Hedger on The Final 5.
The Final 5: April 11, 2024
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Tim Murtaugh on "Swing Hard In Case You Hit It"
Tim Murtaugh returns to "The Final 5" to talk about the release of his new book, "Swing Hard In Case You Hit It," detailing his time on the 2020 Trump campaign against the backdrop of his long struggle with alcoholism.
The Final 5: April 10, 2024
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Miles Taylor revisits "Blowback" ahead of 2024 election
Former Trump administration official Miles Taylor says he's increasingly concerned the former commander-in-chief will be re-elected in November. As his bestseller "Blowback" is released in paperback, Taylor says he wasn't the only one in the administration with concerns, but why didn't he speak out sooner? He's Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: April 9, 2024
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Jason Palmer wants to bring Americans "Together!"
Maryland businessman Jason Palmer, who notched a surprising win in the American Samoa Democratic caucus over President Biden last month, is focusing to a new effort aimed at bringing together younger Americans in the name of civic engagement and common sense. "TOGETHER!" officially launched in late March, and Palmer joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain what it's all about. MORE: togetherpurple.org
Arizona's abortion ruling, MTG's letter to Johnson
One day after Donald Trump said he'd prefer states set their own limits on abortion, the Arizona Supreme Court ruled that a 19th-century law outlawing the procedure in almost all instances would take effect. That, coupled with a scathing "Dear Colleague" letter from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) calling for the ouster of House Speaker Mike Johnson, made for an eventful day in Washington. Reese Gorman from The Daily Beast joined Jim on The Final 5 to explain more.
It's the March Sadness finale!
32 names from all sides of the political spectrum -- but only one can win. Who has had the saddest year in politics? Tonight is the final night for "The Final 5's" March Sadness poll -- and you can weigh in. Jim Lokay breaks down the final matchup with Chief Sadness Correspondent Loreto Cruz III. (VOTE: fox5dc.com/final5)