Will we ever see Bondi's "Epstein file?"
Months after Attorney General Pam Bondi said the so-called Jeffrey Epstein list was on her desk, the chances of the government's case against the deceased sex offender seeing the light of day effectively ended when the FBI and DOJ said there was no list after all. Now, many Trump allies are now dismissing a case that played a major role in the President's 2024 election efforts. Jim Lokay discusses the situation with national trial attorney Donte Mills on "The Final 5."
Months after Attorney General Pam Bondi said the so-called Jeffrey Epstein list was on her desk, the chances of the government's case against the deceased sex offender seeing the light of day effectively ended when the FBI and DOJ said there was no list after all. Now, many Trump allies are now dismissing a case that played a major role in the President's 2024 election efforts. Jim Lokay discusses the situation with national trial attorney Donte Mills on "The Final 5."
MAGA coalition splits with White House on Epstein "list"
Attorney General Pam Bondi's about-face on the existence of a list detailing Jeffrey Epstein's potential blackmail targets has roiled loyal members of the President's base. Jim Lokay gets the pulse of the people from Axios reporter Tal Axelrod on "The Final 5," including the backlash the White House is facing.
Attorney General Pam Bondi's about-face on the existence of a list detailing Jeffrey Epstein's potential blackmail targets has roiled loyal members of the President's base. Jim Lokay gets the pulse of the people from Axios reporter Tal Axelrod on "The Final 5," including the backlash the White House is facing.
Trump's change of heart on Ukraine, but when will the war end?
President Trump announced this week a new plan to arm Ukraine with help from NATO, while pressuring Vladimir Putin to reach a ceasefire with a 50-day deadline to face new sanctions. Jim Lokay discusses the plan and Trump's handling of the war with retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian on "The Final 5."
President Trump announced this week a new plan to arm Ukraine with help from NATO, while pressuring Vladimir Putin to reach a ceasefire with a 50-day deadline to face new sanctions. Jim Lokay discusses the plan and Trump's handling of the war with retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: July 14, 2025
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
The Final 5: July 11, 2025
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
D.C. Council poised to consider Initiative 82 repeal
On Monday, D.C. Council will take the first vote in a potential repeal of Initative 82, the voter-supported referendum that sought to eliminate the tipped wages credit for service workers. While backers called it vital for workers to keep up with the cost of living in D.C., restaurants say it has been disastrous to their bottom lines. Jim Lokay speaks with Shawn Townsend from the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington, who says keeping I-82 on the books could result in the closure of more than 40% of D.C. restaurants.
On Monday, D.C. Council will take the first vote in a potential repeal of Initative 82, the voter-supported referendum that sought to eliminate the tipped wages credit for service workers. While backers called it vital for workers to keep up with the cost of living in D.C., restaurants say it has been disastrous to their bottom lines. Jim Lokay speaks with Shawn Townsend from the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington, who says keeping I-82 on the books could result in the closure of more than 40% of D.C. restaurants.
Kevin Walling on the new faces of the Democratic party and why Mamdani attention is outsized
While national media figures have been transfixed on the meteoric rise of self-styled Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race, more moderate figures like New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill and former Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger have clinched statewide nominations. Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling weighs in with more on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
While national media figures have been transfixed on the meteoric rise of self-styled Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race, more moderate figures like New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill and former Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger have clinched statewide nominations. Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling weighs in with more on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
Virginia's 2025 race heats up as national politics loom large, analyst says
Political analyst Sam Shirazi, host of the Federal Fallout podcast, joined Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to break down why Virginia?s 2025 gubernatorial election is getting national attention?and how federal issues could overshadow local ones in the battle between Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R) and former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D).
Political analyst Sam Shirazi, host of the Federal Fallout podcast, joined Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to break down why Virginia?s 2025 gubernatorial election is getting national attention?and how federal issues could overshadow local ones in the battle between Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R) and former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D).
The Final 5: July 10, 2025
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
Senate faces deadline on Trump budget cuts to USAID, NPR, PBS
The Senate is under pressure to finalize a $9.4 billion rescission package that would codify a series of budget cuts, many influenced by Elon Musk. NOTUS reporter Riley Rogerson joined "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to break down the looming July 18 deadline, which could cement reductions to foreign aid, HIV/AIDS programs in Africa, and public broadcasting in rural America. Rogerson explained the political tension surrounding the effort, including GOP efforts to legitimize legacy cuts?even as key Senate Republicans voice concerns over programs they once championed.
The Senate is under pressure to finalize a $9.4 billion rescission package that would codify a series of budget cuts, many influenced by Elon Musk. NOTUS reporter Riley Rogerson joined "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to break down the looming July 18 deadline, which could cement reductions to foreign aid, HIV/AIDS programs in Africa, and public broadcasting in rural America. Rogerson explained the political tension surrounding the effort, including GOP efforts to legitimize legacy cuts?even as key Senate Republicans voice concerns over programs they once championed.
The Final 5: July 9, 2025
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
Trump tariffs may be delayed, but consumers should prepare for impact
President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs have been pushed back to August 1, but for consumers and businesses, the push is on to avert the potential impacts on their wallets and bottom lines. Tax expert Karla Dennis is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs have been pushed back to August 1, but for consumers and businesses, the push is on to avert the potential impacts on their wallets and bottom lines. Tax expert Karla Dennis is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
DC shadow rep on Trump's threat to take over the District
Jim Lokay goes one-on-one with D.C. Shadow Rep. Oye Owolewa, as President Trump renews his suggestions that the federal government may eliminate Home Rule and assume control of the District of Columbia government.
Jim Lokay goes one-on-one with D.C. Shadow Rep. Oye Owolewa, as President Trump renews his suggestions that the federal government may eliminate Home Rule and assume control of the District of Columbia government.
The Final 5: July 8, 2025
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The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
The Final 5: July 7, 2025
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics. It's not your regular newscast and that's something we're proud of.
Vindman: GOP tax bill "a billionaire's bonanza"
U.S. Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-VA) spoke with FOX 5 DC’s Jim Lokay, explaining his opposition to the GOP’s latest tax bill. Vindman criticized the legislation for threatening health care coverage for millions, including vulnerable families in his district relying on Medicaid. The passage comes days before new concerns about U.S. support for Ukraine, which was briefly cut off last week before President Trump ordered missile shipments to resume.
U.S. Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-VA) spoke with FOX 5 DC’s Jim Lokay, explaining his opposition to the GOP’s latest tax bill. Vindman criticized the legislation for threatening health care coverage for millions, including vulnerable families in his district relying on Medicaid. The passage comes days before new concerns about U.S. support for Ukraine, which was briefly cut off last week before President Trump ordered missile shipments to resume.
COMMENTARY: Georgia GOP candidate calls deadly Texas flooding "fake"
Jim Lokay's commentary on Georgia Republican congressional candidate Kandiss Taylor's comments calling the deadly Texas flooding "fake," who also suggested that anyone challenging her are "brainwashed zombies."
Jim Lokay's commentary on Georgia Republican congressional candidate Kandiss Taylor's comments calling the deadly Texas flooding "fake," who also suggested that anyone challenging her are "brainwashed zombies."
GOP's Ball: what Trump's bill gets right; what it didnt
President Trump's signature bill is now the law of the land, and while Republicans are savoring the legislative victory, lawmakers made some fundamental changes between its first passage in the House and the final product. Jim Lokay discusses that with Luke Ball of Compass Strategies, who also weighs in on the looming battle for outgoing Sen. Thom Tillis' seat, and Elon Musk's newly-minted "America Party" on The Final 5.
President Trump's signature bill is now the law of the land, and while Republicans are savoring the legislative victory, lawmakers made some fundamental changes between its first passage in the House and the final product. Jim Lokay discusses that with Luke Ball of Compass Strategies, who also weighs in on the looming battle for outgoing Sen. Thom Tillis' seat, and Elon Musk's newly-minted "America Party" on The Final 5.
The push to bring a John Adams memorial to the Mall
Two of Washington's most prominent monuments celebrate America's first and third presidents, but what about John Adams? Congress already paved the way for a John Adams monument, but the efforts have stalled. Jackie Cushman heads up the Adams Memorial Commission and joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to explain why there's a newfound effort to make it happen.
Two of Washington's most prominent monuments celebrate America's first and third presidents, but what about John Adams? Congress already paved the way for a John Adams monument, but the efforts have stalled. Jackie Cushman heads up the Adams Memorial Commission and joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to explain why there's a newfound effort to make it happen.
House passes Trump's signature bill, hands POTUS a big win
Was it ever in doubt? President Trump's signature tax legislation, once known as "The Big Beautiful Bill," passed the House with just two Republican defections on July 3rd, meeting the White House's self-imposed deadline and paving the way for a Fourth of July bill signing. The Bulwark's Andrew Egger talks about the last-minute moves to pass the bill on "The Final 5."
Was it ever in doubt? President Trump's signature tax legislation, once known as "The Big Beautiful Bill," passed the House with just two Republican defections on July 3rd, meeting the White House's self-imposed deadline and paving the way for a Fourth of July bill signing. The Bulwark's Andrew Egger talks about the last-minute moves to pass the bill on "The Final 5."