Scott Parkinson on why two terms is enough for Sen. Kaine
The list of candidates eyeing the Senate seat currently held by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) is long, but Scott Parkinson says he's uniquely suited to take on the two-term incumbent. Parkinson, who currently works for the conservative group Club for Growth, and has experience serving under three senators and as chief of staff to then-Congressman Ron DeSantis, makes his case with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
The list of candidates eyeing the Senate seat currently held by Sen. Tim Kaine (D-VA) is long, but Scott Parkinson says he's uniquely suited to take on the two-term incumbent. Parkinson, who currently works for the conservative group Club for Growth, and has experience serving under three senators and as chief of staff to then-Congressman Ron DeSantis, makes his case with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
Biden targets Trump in first '24 stump speech
President Joe Biden is taking a more pointed approach against his one-time and potential future opponent. In his first stump speech of 2024, Biden targeted former President Donald Trump on the eve of the third anniversary of the January 6th attack. But as his poll numbers continue to flag, what will it take to get the upper hand? FOX 5 contributor and former Biden surrogate Kevin Walling is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
President Joe Biden is taking a more pointed approach against his one-time and potential future opponent. In his first stump speech of 2024, Biden targeted former President Donald Trump on the eve of the third anniversary of the January 6th attack. But as his poll numbers continue to flag, what will it take to get the upper hand? FOX 5 contributor and former Biden surrogate Kevin Walling is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Gilmore: Ukraine security linked to "long term safety of the USA"
Former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore has strong words for both the Biden administration and Congressional Republicans as the Ukraine/Russia War enters its third year. Gilmore, who served as a special European envoy during the Trump administration, joined "The Final 5" to weigh in on a report by Politico that suggests the White House might consider encouraging Ukraine to cede territory to Russia to end the conflict is disastrous, just as he believes Republican efforts to tie future aid to border security are misguided.
Former Virginia Gov. Jim Gilmore has strong words for both the Biden administration and Congressional Republicans as the Ukraine/Russia War enters its third year. Gilmore, who served as a special European envoy during the Trump administration, joined "The Final 5" to weigh in on a report by Politico that suggests the White House might consider encouraging Ukraine to cede territory to Russia to end the conflict is disastrous, just as he believes Republican efforts to tie future aid to border security are misguided.
What's ahead for Washington in 2024?
Jim takes a look at lessons learned from 2023, and what's ahead in a presidential election year with political strategists Kristal Knight and Naysa Woomer ? including the shrinking Republican majority in the House and top priorities for both parties in Congress.
Jim takes a look at lessons learned from 2023, and what's ahead in a presidential election year with political strategists Kristal Knight and Naysa Woomer ? including the shrinking Republican majority in the House and top priorities for both parties in Congress.
Tim Alberta on 'The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory'
The confluence of America's evangelical community and politics come full circle in Tim Alberta's new bestseller, "The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism." He joins Jim to explain why his new book comes with an intensely personal mission.
The confluence of America's evangelical community and politics come full circle in Tim Alberta's new bestseller, "The Kingdom, The Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism." He joins Jim to explain why his new book comes with an intensely personal mission.
Colorado Supreme Court's decision on Trump called "lawfare" by GOP
The Colorado Supreme Court's decision to boot former President Trump from the state's primary ballot has been a predictably divisive topic. The justices cited the 14th Amendment, saying Trump took part in an insurrection, but many Republicans say it's the latest sign of a weaponized judicial system. Armen Kurdian is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
The Colorado Supreme Court's decision to boot former President Trump from the state's primary ballot has been a predictably divisive topic. The justices cited the 14th Amendment, saying Trump took part in an insurrection, but many Republicans say it's the latest sign of a weaponized judicial system. Armen Kurdian is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Biden's poll numbers show struggle to attract younger voters
New polling suggests younger voters favor former President Trump in a 2024 rematch, but between the polls and the White House's messaging, is it too early to panic? Democratic strategist Keith Edwards weighs in on "The Final 5."
New polling suggests younger voters favor former President Trump in a 2024 rematch, but between the polls and the White House's messaging, is it too early to panic? Democratic strategist Keith Edwards weighs in on "The Final 5."
"Big Sandwich, " iMessage among targets of Sen. Warren
A takeover of Subway by a holding company that also owns Jimmy John's and anger over an app that subverts Apple's iMessage's encryption for Android users top recent concerns for Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA). Yael Ossowski from the Consumer Choice Center joins Jim on "The Final 5" to weigh in.
A takeover of Subway by a holding company that also owns Jimmy John's and anger over an app that subverts Apple's iMessage's encryption for Android users top recent concerns for Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA). Yael Ossowski from the Consumer Choice Center joins Jim on "The Final 5" to weigh in.
"Real or Fake?" with Kevin Walling
Another round of "The Final 5's 'Real or Fake'" game, where Jim Lokay and Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling try to decipher real or fake headlines with the help of producer Loreto Cruz.
Another round of "The Final 5's 'Real or Fake'" game, where Jim Lokay and Fox 5 contributor Kevin Walling try to decipher real or fake headlines with the help of producer Loreto Cruz.
Giuliani on the hook for $148m in Georgia case, but will he pay up?
A jury ordered former NYC Mayor turned Trump campaign attorney Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million to two Georgia election workers whom he had accused of switching votes and other fraud as they counted ballots after the 2020 election. However, it's possible Shaye Moss and Ruby Freeman may never see a penny. Jim gets legal analysis from Dr. Tracy Pearson on "The Final 5."
A jury ordered former NYC Mayor turned Trump campaign attorney Rudy Giuliani to pay $148 million to two Georgia election workers whom he had accused of switching votes and other fraud as they counted ballots after the 2020 election. However, it's possible Shaye Moss and Ruby Freeman may never see a penny. Jim gets legal analysis from Dr. Tracy Pearson on "The Final 5."
Tim Murtaugh's "redemption story"
He was a regular face during the 2020 presidential campaign, but former Trump communications director Tim Murtaugh says his story could help others in the throes of addiction. Murtaugh details his rise from the depths of waking up in a Fairfax County Jail cell to working for the former POTUS. His forthcoming book, "Swing Hard In Case You Hit It," will be released in April but he joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain why he's talking about it now.
He was a regular face during the 2020 presidential campaign, but former Trump communications director Tim Murtaugh says his story could help others in the throes of addiction. Murtaugh details his rise from the depths of waking up in a Fairfax County Jail cell to working for the former POTUS. His forthcoming book, "Swing Hard In Case You Hit It," will be released in April but he joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain why he's talking about it now.
Defense spending bill, impeachment inquiry cap off 2023 in the House
The House has officially adjourned for 2023, but not before passing a massive defense spending bill (without a wish list of social issues some conservatives had hoped for) and voting to formalize the impeachment inquiry against President Biden (over the objections of Democrats, who say the GOP doesn't have the proof). Punchbowl News congressional reporter Mica Soellner joins Jim from the Capitol to look at what will be on their plate when they return for 2024.
The House has officially adjourned for 2023, but not before passing a massive defense spending bill (without a wish list of social issues some conservatives had hoped for) and voting to formalize the impeachment inquiry against President Biden (over the objections of Democrats, who say the GOP doesn't have the proof). Punchbowl News congressional reporter Mica Soellner joins Jim from the Capitol to look at what will be on their plate when they return for 2024.
Norman Lear's legacy of activism
The late Norman Lear's television legacy includes bringing previously taboo topics into America's living rooms with shows like "All in the Family," "The Jeffersons," and "Maude" -- but he was also well known for his progressive activism. Svante Myrick of People for the American Way, the group Lear helped found, joins Jim on "The Final 5" to remember the pioneer.
The late Norman Lear's television legacy includes bringing previously taboo topics into America's living rooms with shows like "All in the Family," "The Jeffersons," and "Maude" -- but he was also well known for his progressive activism. Svante Myrick of People for the American Way, the group Lear helped found, joins Jim on "The Final 5" to remember the pioneer.
The politics of the Caps/Nats arena deal
With the Washington Capitals and Wizards poised to decamp from Capital One Arena into a shiny new $2 billion campus in Alexandria, there's still speculation over the factors that led Monumental Sports and Entertainment to strike the deal with Virginia. WMAL host/producer Corey Inganamort has some thoughts. He's Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
With the Washington Capitals and Wizards poised to decamp from Capital One Arena into a shiny new $2 billion campus in Alexandria, there's still speculation over the factors that led Monumental Sports and Entertainment to strike the deal with Virginia. WMAL host/producer Corey Inganamort has some thoughts. He's Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Commentary: Youngkin, Bowser, and Monumental
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin may get his wish of luring pro sports across the Potomac with the potential move of the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards, but D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is hoping a $500 million incentive package might give team owner Ted Leonsis a reason to reconsider. Jim Lokay asks if that's too little, too late on "The Final 5."
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin may get his wish of luring pro sports across the Potomac with the potential move of the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards, but D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is hoping a $500 million incentive package might give team owner Ted Leonsis a reason to reconsider. Jim Lokay asks if that's too little, too late on "The Final 5."
Brenda Thiam running for Maryland's 6th district
She was the first Black female Republican to win election to Maryland's House of Delegates, but now Brenda Thiam has her eyes set on Congress. She's running for the soon-to-open 6th district seat in Maryland and makes her case for the job with "The Final 5" and Jim Lokay.
She was the first Black female Republican to win election to Maryland's House of Delegates, but now Brenda Thiam has her eyes set on Congress. She's running for the soon-to-open 6th district seat in Maryland and makes her case for the job with "The Final 5" and Jim Lokay.
Longtime state lawmaker: "Getting Elected is the Easy Part"
Sen. Karen Keiser has been a fixture in Washington state politics, but says there's a lot she wishes she knew after her first election. In her new book, "Getting Elected is the Easy Part," she lays out practical advice for people considering a potential run for state office, no matter where they live. She shares her story with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
Sen. Karen Keiser has been a fixture in Washington state politics, but says there's a lot she wishes she knew after her first election. In her new book, "Getting Elected is the Easy Part," she lays out practical advice for people considering a potential run for state office, no matter where they live. She shares her story with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
"The Final 5" wraps up 2023, part 2: the people
In a special "Final 5" mashup, FOX 5 contributor Kevin Walling and political commentators Tracy Dietz and Kelly Gibson join Jim for a look at the political names who most want to forget 2023, and what to look ahead to in 2024.
In a special "Final 5" mashup, FOX 5 contributor Kevin Walling and political commentators Tracy Dietz and Kelly Gibson join Jim for a look at the political names who most want to forget 2023, and what to look ahead to in 2024.
"The Final 5" wraps up 2023, part 1: the stories
In a special "Final 5" mashup, FOX 5 contributor Kevin Walling and political commentators Tracy Dietz and Kelly Gibson join Jim for a look at some of the most memorable political stories from 2023.
In a special "Final 5" mashup, FOX 5 contributor Kevin Walling and political commentators Tracy Dietz and Kelly Gibson join Jim for a look at some of the most memorable political stories from 2023.
New analysis says Trump's tax cut bill is working
Nearly six years after Donald Trump's signature Tax Cuts and Jobs Act became law, new insight suggests that the measure's sweeping changes to the tax code, including slashing the nation's corporate tax rate, have made a big difference. Young Voices contributor Jon Hartley joins Jim on "The Final 5" to talk about his new piece in the National Review.
Nearly six years after Donald Trump's signature Tax Cuts and Jobs Act became law, new insight suggests that the measure's sweeping changes to the tax code, including slashing the nation's corporate tax rate, have made a big difference. Young Voices contributor Jon Hartley joins Jim on "The Final 5" to talk about his new piece in the National Review.