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.
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.
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."
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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."
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."
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
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.
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)
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)
Altimont Wilks and his run for Congress
On "The Final 5," Jim talks with Altimont Wilks, one of the many Democrats seeking their party's nomination for Maryland's soon-to-be-open 6th Congressional District seat. Wilks talks about the motivating factor for his candidacy, and how his life experience in the criminal justice system shapes his approach to the campaign.
On "The Final 5," Jim talks with Altimont Wilks, one of the many Democrats seeking their party's nomination for Maryland's soon-to-be-open 6th Congressional District seat. Wilks talks about the motivating factor for his candidacy, and how his life experience in the criminal justice system shapes his approach to the campaign.
New jobs numbers impress, now what?
The economy added 303,000 new jobs in March, a number that President Biden touts as a sign his policies are working. What does this mean for inflation, and interest rates? Jim breaks it down with economist and former White House associate OMB director Vance Ginn on The Final 5.
The economy added 303,000 new jobs in March, a number that President Biden touts as a sign his policies are working. What does this mean for inflation, and interest rates? Jim breaks it down with economist and former White House associate OMB director Vance Ginn on The Final 5.
White House vows $20B in climate push
The Biden administration plans to spend $20 billion towards green energy efforts in a new push, aimed at addressing climate concerns. Jim gets reaction from conservative climate advocate Christopher Johnson on "The Final 5."
The Biden administration plans to spend $20 billion towards green energy efforts in a new push, aimed at addressing climate concerns. Jim gets reaction from conservative climate advocate Christopher Johnson on "The Final 5."
George Gluck runs for Congress in Maryland's 6th
The crowded field of candidates seeking to succeed Rep. David Trone (D) in Maryland's 6th Congressional District includes Democrat George Gluck. He joins Jim on "The Final 5" to make his case.
The crowded field of candidates seeking to succeed Rep. David Trone (D) in Maryland's 6th Congressional District includes Democrat George Gluck. He joins Jim on "The Final 5" to make his case.
RFK's veep-stakes, and the Tulsi factor
A week after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced his choice of Nicole Shanahan as his running mate, former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard reportedly declined his previous overtures. Still, Gabbard is seen as a potential Trump running mate. Jim discusses with Axios reporter Erin Doherty.
A week after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced his choice of Nicole Shanahan as his running mate, former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard reportedly declined his previous overtures. Still, Gabbard is seen as a potential Trump running mate. Jim discusses with Axios reporter Erin Doherty.
U.S.-Israel dynamic changes amid more Gaza violence
Israel claims the deaths of 7 aid workers from D.C.-based World Central Kitchen was the result of "misidentification," but the dynamic between the U.S. and Israel has seen some changes as the Gaza war rages on, and calls to mitigate the deaths of innocent civilians grow louder. Jamil Jaffer from the National Security Institute at George Mason University is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Israel claims the deaths of 7 aid workers from D.C.-based World Central Kitchen was the result of "misidentification," but the dynamic between the U.S. and Israel has seen some changes as the Gaza war rages on, and calls to mitigate the deaths of innocent civilians grow louder. Jamil Jaffer from the National Security Institute at George Mason University is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Berney Flowers speaks up
He served in the Air Force for decades, but now that he's retired, Berney Flowers has entered the political arena. But before he discusses why he thinks immigration could be a major issue in Maryland's 3rd Congressional district, he discusses the recovery effort ahead for the Baltimore area after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
He served in the Air Force for decades, but now that he's retired, Berney Flowers has entered the political arena. But before he discusses why he thinks immigration could be a major issue in Maryland's 3rd Congressional district, he discusses the recovery effort ahead for the Baltimore area after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
Neil Parrott makes bid for Maryland's 6th District
Former Maryland Del. Neil Parrott (R) was his party's nominee for the 6th Congressional District seat in 2020 and 2022. He lost to Rep. David Trone, but as Trone vacates the seat for a Senate bid, Parrott says the seat is competitive. He tells Jim what's different about 2024 on "The Final 5."
Former Maryland Del. Neil Parrott (R) was his party's nominee for the 6th Congressional District seat in 2020 and 2022. He lost to Rep. David Trone, but as Trone vacates the seat for a Senate bid, Parrott says the seat is competitive. He tells Jim what's different about 2024 on "The Final 5."
"Get Off My Neck:" a former prosecutor's call for reform
Former Baltimore prosecutor and assistant Maryland Attorney General Debbie Hines is telling her stories from the system in the new book "Get Off My Neck." She shares her ideas to improve race relations in the criminal justice system and more with Jim on "The Final 5."
Former Baltimore prosecutor and assistant Maryland Attorney General Debbie Hines is telling her stories from the system in the new book "Get Off My Neck." She shares her ideas to improve race relations in the criminal justice system and more with Jim on "The Final 5."
The Final Five: March 22, 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.
Business expert: EPA EV push underscores power of collaboration
As the EPA issues new rules seeking to put more electric and gas-hybrid vehicles on the roads, they're doing so with input from automakers and other stakeholders. Business expert Mark LaScola of On The Mark joins Jim to talk about the power of collaboration in a business environment.
As the EPA issues new rules seeking to put more electric and gas-hybrid vehicles on the roads, they're doing so with input from automakers and other stakeholders. Business expert Mark LaScola of On The Mark joins Jim to talk about the power of collaboration in a business environment.