Johnson's speakership on the line? MTG thinks it should be
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) officially filed a motion to vacate the chair, the first official threat to House Speaker Mike Johnson. Many Republicans are angry that Johnson worked with Democrats on a government funding measure. Coupled with the imminent departure of Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Friday underscored the strife within the GOP majority. Jim talks about it with Axios congressioanl reporter Stephen Neukam on "The Final 5."
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) officially filed a motion to vacate the chair, the first official threat to House Speaker Mike Johnson. Many Republicans are angry that Johnson worked with Democrats on a government funding measure. Coupled with the imminent departure of Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Friday underscored the strife within the GOP majority. Jim talks about it with Axios congressioanl reporter Stephen Neukam on "The Final 5."
"It's the economy, stupid!" - Biden looks to message on gains for 2024
Polls show voters are still wary of President Biden's handling of the economy, even as unemployment numbers are at historic lows. Rhett Buttle, founder of Public Private Strategies and a former Biden campaign business advisor, says there are other numbers to pay attention to. He joins Jim on "The Final 5" to weigh in.
Polls show voters are still wary of President Biden's handling of the economy, even as unemployment numbers are at historic lows. Rhett Buttle, founder of Public Private Strategies and a former Biden campaign business advisor, says there are other numbers to pay attention to. He joins Jim on "The Final 5" to weigh in.
Survey: Dems touting "economic populism" saw more midterm success
The Center for Working Class Politics is out with a survey looking at the nearly 1,000 Democrats who ran for federal office in 2022, suggesting those who ran on a platform of "economic populism" did better than Democrats who did not. Jim Lokay discusses this and more with Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling, including how Democrats are messaging ahead of the November elections.
The Center for Working Class Politics is out with a survey looking at the nearly 1,000 Democrats who ran for federal office in 2022, suggesting those who ran on a platform of "economic populism" did better than Democrats who did not. Jim Lokay discusses this and more with Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling, including how Democrats are messaging ahead of the November elections.
Small business group: Trump tax cut act needs revamp
A consortium of small business owners are calling for a fresh look at Donald Trump's signature Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The group Small Business for America's Future says while the act made a positive impact in its nascent stages, many of the components aimed at helping their companies are set to expire. Group co-chair Walt Rowan joins "The Final 5" to explain why.
A consortium of small business owners are calling for a fresh look at Donald Trump's signature Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The group Small Business for America's Future says while the act made a positive impact in its nascent stages, many of the components aimed at helping their companies are set to expire. Group co-chair Walt Rowan joins "The Final 5" to explain why.
House GOP looks ahead past Buck's departure
Another departure looms for House Republicans, when Freedom Caucus member Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) departs next week. While the GOP still holds the majority, the priorities they face happen against the backdrop of November's election, where all 435 seats go up for grabs. Former GOP leadership aide Brittany Martinez joins Jim on "The Final 5" to offer her take.
Another departure looms for House Republicans, when Freedom Caucus member Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) departs next week. While the GOP still holds the majority, the priorities they face happen against the backdrop of November's election, where all 435 seats go up for grabs. Former GOP leadership aide Brittany Martinez joins Jim on "The Final 5" to offer her take.
"Disproven:" Trump 2020 insider recounts failed search for voter fraud
Ken Block got the call on the day after the 2020 election: the Trump campaign sought out his expertise in data analysis and software to probe for the voter fraud that the former POTUS claimed led to his defeat. While the fraud didn't exist, Block - a former Republican candidate for Rhode Island governor - says what he's learned should be a cautionary tale for election officials to preserve public confidence in the system. He joined Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to discuss his new book, "Disproven: My Unbiased Search for Voter Fraud for the Trump Campaign, the Data that Shows Why He Lost, and How We Can Improve Our Elections."
Ken Block got the call on the day after the 2020 election: the Trump campaign sought out his expertise in data analysis and software to probe for the voter fraud that the former POTUS claimed led to his defeat. While the fraud didn't exist, Block - a former Republican candidate for Rhode Island governor - says what he's learned should be a cautionary tale for election officials to preserve public confidence in the system. He joined Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to discuss his new book, "Disproven: My Unbiased Search for Voter Fraud for the Trump Campaign, the Data that Shows Why He Lost, and How We Can Improve Our Elections."
Biden/Trump rematch set, how will border battle shape race?
As the AP projects both President Biden and Donald Trump have secured the delegates needed to clinch their respective party nominations, the focus turns to the tenor of the race. Chris Johnson and Calvin Dark join Jim on "The Final 5" to weigh in on the messaging and how the recent uproar over border security might factor into the rematch.
As the AP projects both President Biden and Donald Trump have secured the delegates needed to clinch their respective party nominations, the focus turns to the tenor of the race. Chris Johnson and Calvin Dark join Jim on "The Final 5" to weigh in on the messaging and how the recent uproar over border security might factor into the rematch.
The path forward after 4 years of COVID-19
Four years after it was declared a global pandemic, Jim Lokay looks back at the lessons learned in the medical profession with infections disease expert Dr. Amesh Adalja from the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security.
Four years after it was declared a global pandemic, Jim Lokay looks back at the lessons learned in the medical profession with infections disease expert Dr. Amesh Adalja from the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security.
Congress debates potential TikTok ban
As Congress debates a bill aimed at forcing the Chinese parent company of TikTok to either divest the app or face an outright ban, Jim gets the latest on why lawmakers are so passionate on the topic with Ashley Gold from Axios on "The Final 5."
As Congress debates a bill aimed at forcing the Chinese parent company of TikTok to either divest the app or face an outright ban, Jim gets the latest on why lawmakers are so passionate on the topic with Ashley Gold from Axios on "The Final 5."
Maryland businessman Jason Palmer bests Biden in one Super Tuesday contest
President Biden didn't coast to a full sweep on Super Tuesday. In the American Samoa caucus, Maryland-based businessman Jason Palmer scored an upset over Mr. Biden. In a D.C. exclusive, "The Final 5" host Jim Lokay talks with Palmer about the win, why he is in the race, and how he plans to use his profile to help downballot races in the future.
President Biden didn't coast to a full sweep on Super Tuesday. In the American Samoa caucus, Maryland-based businessman Jason Palmer scored an upset over Mr. Biden. In a D.C. exclusive, "The Final 5" host Jim Lokay talks with Palmer about the win, why he is in the race, and how he plans to use his profile to help downballot races in the future.
Local Congressmen react to SOTU
Tom Fitzgerald joins "The Final 5" with his one-on-ones with Rep. Bob Good (R-VA) and Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD) and their reaction to President Biden's State of the Union address.
Tom Fitzgerald joins "The Final 5" with his one-on-ones with Rep. Bob Good (R-VA) and Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD) and their reaction to President Biden's State of the Union address.
Laurie-Anne Sayles makes case for Maryland's 6th District
As the May 14th primary approaches, Jim Lokay continues his series of interviews on "The Final 5" with the candidates for Maryland's hotly-contested 6th Congressional District race. Tonight, he speaks with Democratic candidate and Montgomery County Councilmember At-Large Laurie-Anne Sayles.
As the May 14th primary approaches, Jim Lokay continues his series of interviews on "The Final 5" with the candidates for Maryland's hotly-contested 6th Congressional District race. Tonight, he speaks with Democratic candidate and Montgomery County Councilmember At-Large Laurie-Anne Sayles.
What does it take to make the State of the Union speech happen?
Jim Lokay breaks down what it takes to make a State of the Union address happen with Paul Glastris, former chief speechwriter for President Bill Clinton. Glastris, now editor-in-chief of Washington Monthly, joins "The Final 5" to talk about the challenges President Biden faces, and where he thinks POTUS can make inroads as the general election campaign shapes up.
Jim Lokay breaks down what it takes to make a State of the Union address happen with Paul Glastris, former chief speechwriter for President Bill Clinton. Glastris, now editor-in-chief of Washington Monthly, joins "The Final 5" to talk about the challenges President Biden faces, and where he thinks POTUS can make inroads as the general election campaign shapes up.
Democrats eye state legislative gains in 2024
The national divide may be stark on the Congressional front, but for America's legislative races, both parties are eyeing slim margins in several key states heading into November. Abhi Rahman of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee weighs with how Dems are approaching these races on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
The national divide may be stark on the Congressional front, but for America's legislative races, both parties are eyeing slim margins in several key states heading into November. Abhi Rahman of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee weighs with how Dems are approaching these races on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
"The Truce" delves into divide between moderates, progressives
A new book details the battle for the soul of the Democratic party between the moderate and progressive factions that's only intensified since the election of Donald Trump in 2016. Hunter Walker and Luppe Luppen, authors of "The Truce: Progressives, Centrists, and the Future of the Democratic Party," join Jim on "The Final 5" to explain how the divisions are impacting the race for 2024, plus the added dimension of the conflict in Gaza.
A new book details the battle for the soul of the Democratic party between the moderate and progressive factions that's only intensified since the election of Donald Trump in 2016. Hunter Walker and Luppe Luppen, authors of "The Truce: Progressives, Centrists, and the Future of the Democratic Party," join Jim on "The Final 5" to explain how the divisions are impacting the race for 2024, plus the added dimension of the conflict in Gaza.
JoAnn Hill's "Unique Eats and Eateries of Washington, D.C."
D.C.-based author JoAnn Hill has tackled some of D.C.'s hidden tourist sites in previous books, but her new effort focuses on the region's vibrant dining scene. "Unique Eats and Eateries of Washington, D.C." is now on sale, and JoAnn shares the stories behind the book on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
D.C.-based author JoAnn Hill has tackled some of D.C.'s hidden tourist sites in previous books, but her new effort focuses on the region's vibrant dining scene. "Unique Eats and Eateries of Washington, D.C." is now on sale, and JoAnn shares the stories behind the book on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
Trump legal team hopes to DQ Atlanta D.A.
We should know in about two weeks whether the Fulton County (GA) District Attorney's office will stay on Donald Trump's election interference case. Fani Willis has been the target of criticism after she had a relationship with a lead counsel in the case. Former Arkansas state Attorney General Dustin McDaniel joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain what her potential removal means, plus the latest on Trump's SCOTUS immunity case.
We should know in about two weeks whether the Fulton County (GA) District Attorney's office will stay on Donald Trump's election interference case. Fani Willis has been the target of criticism after she had a relationship with a lead counsel in the case. Former Arkansas state Attorney General Dustin McDaniel joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain what her potential removal means, plus the latest on Trump's SCOTUS immunity case.
McConnell's announcement, SCOTUS set to hear Trump immunity case
Wednesday marked a pivotal day in American politics: Mitch McConnell announced his plan to leave the Senate Republican leadership role he's held for 20 years, and the Supreme Court agreed to hear Donald Trump's claims of presidential immunity. Attorney and political strategist Kaivan Shroff weighs in with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
Wednesday marked a pivotal day in American politics: Mitch McConnell announced his plan to leave the Senate Republican leadership role he's held for 20 years, and the Supreme Court agreed to hear Donald Trump's claims of presidential immunity. Attorney and political strategist Kaivan Shroff weighs in with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
Jacqueline is rudely interrupted...by Jim
"The Final 5" has been in the capable hands of guest hosts while Jim Lokay has been on vacation, but on the eve of his return, he stops by to fill Jacqueline Matter in on what he's been up to (and what's coming up when he returns to the show on Wednesday, February 28.)
"The Final 5" has been in the capable hands of guest hosts while Jim Lokay has been on vacation, but on the eve of his return, he stops by to fill Jacqueline Matter in on what he's been up to (and what's coming up when he returns to the show on Wednesday, February 28.)
What are the defining issues for 2024?
New polling shows a schism amongst American voters on key issues ahead of the 2024 election ? but the one topic that shows bipartisan indifference? The dueling document controversies. Jim breaks down the polls with Cliff Young of Ipsos on "The Final 5."
New polling shows a schism amongst American voters on key issues ahead of the 2024 election ? but the one topic that shows bipartisan indifference? The dueling document controversies. Jim breaks down the polls with Cliff Young of Ipsos on "The Final 5."