GOP Split On Iran, "Big Beautiful Bill" As Trump Deadline Looms
Two major debates unfolding on Capitol Hill: a major faction of the GOP appears to split with the White House on the President's actions in Iran, while a July 4th deadline looms for the Senate to pass a version of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." Principles First executive director Brittany Martinez is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Two major debates unfolding on Capitol Hill: a major faction of the GOP appears to split with the White House on the President's actions in Iran, while a July 4th deadline looms for the Senate to pass a version of Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." Principles First executive director Brittany Martinez is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Kaine Demands Vote Before Further U.S. Acts on Iran
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) tells The Final 5's Jim Lokay that the U.S. must not go to war with Iran without a vote from Congress, warning against repeating past mistakes like the Iraq War and calling for accountability before sending Americans into conflict.
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) tells The Final 5's Jim Lokay that the U.S. must not go to war with Iran without a vote from Congress, warning against repeating past mistakes like the Iraq War and calling for accountability before sending Americans into conflict.
The Final 5: June 23, 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.
Why some companies are rebranding, not retreating from anti-DEI efforts
Amid political backlash and boycotts, Winmark Concepts founder Andrew Isen tells The Final 5 that while some companies are scaling back public-facing DEI efforts, many are quietly rebranding programs under new names like ?belonging? and ?opportunity? as some companies find inclusion remains good for business.
Amid political backlash and boycotts, Winmark Concepts founder Andrew Isen tells The Final 5 that while some companies are scaling back public-facing DEI efforts, many are quietly rebranding programs under new names like ?belonging? and ?opportunity? as some companies find inclusion remains good for business.
Will the Iran/Israel ceasefire hold?
Middle east expert and Young Voices contributor Abdullah Hayek joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to weigh in on the state of the newly-announced ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Middle east expert and Young Voices contributor Abdullah Hayek joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to weigh in on the state of the newly-announced ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
The Final 5: June 20, 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: June 19, 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.
White House issues July 4th deadline for Trump's tax bill as Iran debate intensifies
The Senate is currently taking up President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," but White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles says she wants final action by July 4th. Will that happen? Jim discusses the sticking points with NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman, who also offers insight from Capitol Hill on the debate over military action in Iran.
The Senate is currently taking up President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," but White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles says she wants final action by July 4th. Will that happen? Jim discusses the sticking points with NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman, who also offers insight from Capitol Hill on the debate over military action in Iran.
Jocelyn Benson on her new book and challenges facing public servants
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to discuss her new book, "The Purposeful Warrior," and what the 2020 election taught her about resiliency in the face of threats, especially in the face of recent acts of political violence in America.
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to discuss her new book, "The Purposeful Warrior," and what the 2020 election taught her about resiliency in the face of threats, especially in the face of recent acts of political violence in America.
The Final 5: June 18, 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: June 17, 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.
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."
Report: Sears' business record called into question by former customers
Virginia Republican gubernatorial candidate Winsome Earle-Sears often promotes her experience as a small business owner, but a new report by Dave Levinthal from NOTUS raises questions about her company?s customer service track record. He discusses the piece with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5," and weighs in on the question: why does this matter in the context of a governor's race?
Virginia Republican gubernatorial candidate Winsome Earle-Sears often promotes her experience as a small business owner, but a new report by Dave Levinthal from NOTUS raises questions about her company?s customer service track record. He discusses the piece with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5," and weighs in on the question: why does this matter in the context of a governor's race?
The Final 5: June16, 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.
Next steps in the Israel/Iran conflict
Jim Lokay is joined by Trita Parsi of the Quincy Institute as tensions intensify in an ongoing air offensive between Israel and Iran after Israel's inital attack last week.
Jim Lokay is joined by Trita Parsi of the Quincy Institute as tensions intensify in an ongoing air offensive between Israel and Iran after Israel's inital attack last week.
Dems prepare for potential White House legal challenges
Several prominent Democratic lawmakers are now taking out liability insurance out of fear of potential legal challenges from the White House. Riley Rogerson of NOTUS joins Jim Lokay to discuss why on "The Final 5."
Several prominent Democratic lawmakers are now taking out liability insurance out of fear of potential legal challenges from the White House. Riley Rogerson of NOTUS joins Jim Lokay to discuss why on "The Final 5."
Jay Jones on his run for Virginia AG
Jim Lokay discusses the Democratic primary race for Virginia attorney general with candidate Jay Jones on "The Final 5."
Jim Lokay discusses the Democratic primary race for Virginia attorney general with candidate Jay Jones on "The Final 5."
Commentary: When political rhetoric goes too far
Jim Lokay comments on the reaction to the assassination of Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman from Sen. Mike Lee of Utah.
Jim Lokay comments on the reaction to the assassination of Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman from Sen. Mike Lee of Utah.
The Final 5: June 13, 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.