The Final 5: May 16, 2025
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics.
The Final 5 is a daily recap of the roller coaster that is American politics.
The story of Horse Soldier Bourbon
Scott Neil was one of the original ?Horse Soldiers,? part of a Special Forces team that rode into Afghanistan on horseback after 9/11. Now, he?s co-founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon?a veteran-owned distillery with a powerful story behind every bottle. He joined The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to share how he went from combat to crafting spirits.
Scott Neil was one of the original ?Horse Soldiers,? part of a Special Forces team that rode into Afghanistan on horseback after 9/11. Now, he?s co-founder of Horse Soldier Bourbon?a veteran-owned distillery with a powerful story behind every bottle. He joined The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to share how he went from combat to crafting spirits.
The Final 5: May 15, 2024
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.
Robotaxis are on the move, but are they safe?
Self-driving cars are becoming an increasingly common sight on the streets of Washington, DC ? but not everyone sees this as progress. As the push for autonomous vehicles ramps up, so do concerns about safety, oversight, and real-world readiness. Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, joins The Final 5 to explain why she believes we need to slow down before embracing this technology full throttle.
Self-driving cars are becoming an increasingly common sight on the streets of Washington, DC ? but not everyone sees this as progress. As the push for autonomous vehicles ramps up, so do concerns about safety, oversight, and real-world readiness. Cathy Chase, President of Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety, joins The Final 5 to explain why she believes we need to slow down before embracing this technology full throttle.
Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" moves ahead on Hill, but hurdles persist
NOTUS reporter Riley Rogerson joined "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to break down a pivotal week on Capitol Hill, where House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, took significant but uncertain steps forward on a sweeping budget resolution aligned with former President Donald Trump?s priorities, dubbed his "Big, Beautiful Bill," as Senate opposition starts to mount.
NOTUS reporter Riley Rogerson joined "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to break down a pivotal week on Capitol Hill, where House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, took significant but uncertain steps forward on a sweeping budget resolution aligned with former President Donald Trump?s priorities, dubbed his "Big, Beautiful Bill," as Senate opposition starts to mount.
Trump's Middle East visit
On The Final 5, Dr. Annelle Sheline from the Quincy Institute joins Jim Lokay to break down the high-stakes symbolism behind President Trump?s latest trip to the Middle East, what it signals about his foreign policy priorities, and how shifting alliances with countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar could shape the region?s future.
On The Final 5, Dr. Annelle Sheline from the Quincy Institute joins Jim Lokay to break down the high-stakes symbolism behind President Trump?s latest trip to the Middle East, what it signals about his foreign policy priorities, and how shifting alliances with countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar could shape the region?s future.
The Final 5: May 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.
Biden plays defense ahead of book release
Former President Joe Biden is re-emerging for a series of interviews, coinciding with the pending release of a scathing new book that details the concerns over his mental and physical state ahead of the 2024 election. Andrew Donaldson of Ordinary Times discusses the timing and more on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
Former President Joe Biden is re-emerging for a series of interviews, coinciding with the pending release of a scathing new book that details the concerns over his mental and physical state ahead of the 2024 election. Andrew Donaldson of Ordinary Times discusses the timing and more on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
The Final 5: May 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.
Dems try to focus on Trump amidst intraparty squabbling
The DNC is looking to reshuffle some of its leadership after newly-elected Vice Chair David Hogg vowed to back primary challenges to some longtime lawmakers within the party. This comes as Democrats seek a path forward to challenge President Trump's policies. Jim discusses that and more with Democratic strategist Kaivan Shroff on "The Final 5."
The DNC is looking to reshuffle some of its leadership after newly-elected Vice Chair David Hogg vowed to back primary challenges to some longtime lawmakers within the party. This comes as Democrats seek a path forward to challenge President Trump's policies. Jim discusses that and more with Democratic strategist Kaivan Shroff on "The Final 5."
Trump's drug price EO gets headlines, but will it make a difference?
President Trump says his landmark executive order seeking to reign in prescription drug prices will result in immediate savings for Americans, but some groups think price controls could stymie innovation. Bill Wirtz of the Consumer Choice Center weighs in on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
President Trump says his landmark executive order seeking to reign in prescription drug prices will result in immediate savings for Americans, but some groups think price controls could stymie innovation. Bill Wirtz of the Consumer Choice Center weighs in on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
POTUS trumpets China tariff deal as big victory in trade war
On Monday, President Trump announced a 90-day reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, and China following suit, as negotiations continue between trade officials on both sides. Conservative strategist Luke Ball weighs in on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
On Monday, President Trump announced a 90-day reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, and China following suit, as negotiations continue between trade officials on both sides. Conservative strategist Luke Ball weighs in on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
The Final 5: May 12, 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 pushes back on criticism over Qatari jet "gift"
President Trump is defending himself after word emerged that a new Air Force One would come in the form of a gift from the Qatari government. At the heart of the criticism: ethical concerns over accepting the $400 million gift from a foreign power. Jim Lokay discusses that and more with Axios reporter Stephen Neukam on "The Final 5."
President Trump is defending himself after word emerged that a new Air Force One would come in the form of a gift from the Qatari government. At the heart of the criticism: ethical concerns over accepting the $400 million gift from a foreign power. Jim Lokay discusses that and more with Axios reporter Stephen Neukam on "The Final 5."
DC Shadow Senator weighs in on POTUS' Pirro pick
President Trump's choice of former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro to serve as interim U.S. Attorney in D.C. is raising eyebrows, but one Democratic elected official says while he doesn't have a vote in the matter, he thinks she's an improvement over previous pick Ed Martin. Shadow Senator Ankit Jain (D-DC) joins Jim on "The Final 5."
President Trump's choice of former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro to serve as interim U.S. Attorney in D.C. is raising eyebrows, but one Democratic elected official says while he doesn't have a vote in the matter, he thinks she's an improvement over previous pick Ed Martin. Shadow Senator Ankit Jain (D-DC) joins Jim on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: May 8, 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.
Modern motherhood amid "trad wife" messaging
Adrienne Gray joins The Final 5 to defend modern motherhood in the face of rising "trad wife" messaging, a growing online trend that idealizes stay-at-home motherhood, homemaking, and hyper-traditional gender roles. Gray is pushing for a more realistic, inclusive conversation on what it means to be a conservative woman and mother today.
Adrienne Gray joins The Final 5 to defend modern motherhood in the face of rising "trad wife" messaging, a growing online trend that idealizes stay-at-home motherhood, homemaking, and hyper-traditional gender roles. Gray is pushing for a more realistic, inclusive conversation on what it means to be a conservative woman and mother today.
What will it take to pass Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill?"
President Trump's major domestic priorities are tied up in a massive reconciliation package that he's dubbed "The Big, Beautiful Bill," but even with the majority on Capitol Hill, Republicans might miss a Memorial Day target to get the measure passed. Jim discusses why and when we might see some legislative moves with Riley Rogerson of NOTUS on "The Final 5."
President Trump's major domestic priorities are tied up in a massive reconciliation package that he's dubbed "The Big, Beautiful Bill," but even with the majority on Capitol Hill, Republicans might miss a Memorial Day target to get the measure passed. Jim discusses why and when we might see some legislative moves with Riley Rogerson of NOTUS on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: May 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.
Is DC ready for the self-driving revolution?
If you've been on the streets of D.C. lately, you may have noticed Waymo's fleet of self-driving cars making the rounds for testing. The company is targeting the District for expansion, but regulators across the country are still sorting through how to deal with the new technology. Pat Hedger of NetChoice joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to discuss.
If you've been on the streets of D.C. lately, you may have noticed Waymo's fleet of self-driving cars making the rounds for testing. The company is targeting the District for expansion, but regulators across the country are still sorting through how to deal with the new technology. Pat Hedger of NetChoice joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to discuss.