One-on-one with Gov. Glenn Youngkin
With the crucial Virginia legislative elections just weeks away, Gov. Glenn Youngkin is making his case to build the Republican majority in the House of Delegates and flip the Senate, as issues like abortion rights and education loom large in the campaign. Jim Lokay sits down with Gov. Youngkin on "The Final 5" to talk about that, his advice for House Republicans, and the 2024 question.
With the crucial Virginia legislative elections just weeks away, Gov. Glenn Youngkin is making his case to build the Republican majority in the House of Delegates and flip the Senate, as issues like abortion rights and education loom large in the campaign. Jim Lokay sits down with Gov. Youngkin on "The Final 5" to talk about that, his advice for House Republicans, and the 2024 question.
Preserving "The Soul of Civility"
In these uncivil times, it's easy to ignore social conventions. In her new book, "The Soul of Civility," author Alexandra Hudson outlines moments through history that teach people of the 21st century to live harmoniously and tolerantly, even if we have deep differences. Hudson joins Jim on "The Final 5."
In these uncivil times, it's easy to ignore social conventions. In her new book, "The Soul of Civility," author Alexandra Hudson outlines moments through history that teach people of the 21st century to live harmoniously and tolerantly, even if we have deep differences. Hudson joins Jim on "The Final 5."
How to better secure your online presence
It is "National Cybersecurity Awareness Month," and as new threats emerge daily, cybersecurity experts are offering new tips beyond just changing your password. Vivek Bhandari from Tanium joins Jim on "The Final 5."
It is "National Cybersecurity Awareness Month," and as new threats emerge daily, cybersecurity experts are offering new tips beyond just changing your password. Vivek Bhandari from Tanium joins Jim on "The Final 5."
Tekesha Martinez seeks to succeed Trone in MD-6
Tekesha Martinez is the first African-American mayor of Hagerstown, but she says her unique background in local politics and as a conflict mediator makes her especially qualified to serve in Congress. Martinez is one of many Democrats running to succeed Rep. David Trone in Maryland's 6th District as he runs for the U.S. Senate. She joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to explain why she's running.
Tekesha Martinez is the first African-American mayor of Hagerstown, but she says her unique background in local politics and as a conflict mediator makes her especially qualified to serve in Congress. Martinez is one of many Democrats running to succeed Rep. David Trone in Maryland's 6th District as he runs for the U.S. Senate. She joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to explain why she's running.
Speaker Battle: Day 3
No votes for Speaker of the House on Thursday as Republicans struggle to whip enough votes for Jim Jordan. Jim breaks down the new developments with Bloomberg Government's Maeve Sheehey on "The Final 5."
No votes for Speaker of the House on Thursday as Republicans struggle to whip enough votes for Jim Jordan. Jim breaks down the new developments with Bloomberg Government's Maeve Sheehey on "The Final 5."
Another day without a speaker w/ Andrew Donaldson
Jim Jordan failed on his second ballot to become the speaker, but the deadlock has exposed the deepening divisions between the two parties on Capitol Hill at a time when action is crucial on the world stage. "Heard Tell Show" host Andrew Donaldson weighs in with Jim Lokay.
Jim Jordan failed on his second ballot to become the speaker, but the deadlock has exposed the deepening divisions between the two parties on Capitol Hill at a time when action is crucial on the world stage. "Heard Tell Show" host Andrew Donaldson weighs in with Jim Lokay.
Jordan loses first ballot for speaker, what's next?
House Republicans failed to coalesce behind speaker nominee Jim Jordan on Tuesday, with 20 members voting for other candidates, along with all 212 Democrats. Punchbowl News reporter Max Cohen joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" with what's next in the fight for speaker, and how it impacts efforts to provide financial support to Israel.
House Republicans failed to coalesce behind speaker nominee Jim Jordan on Tuesday, with 20 members voting for other candidates, along with all 212 Democrats. Punchbowl News reporter Max Cohen joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" with what's next in the fight for speaker, and how it impacts efforts to provide financial support to Israel.
"Mom, I'm fine," but are we?
Wadea al-Fayoume, a six-year-old boy from suburban Chicago, was stabbed to death over the weekend. Investigators allege his family's landlord, fueled by anti-Muslim sentiment amid the Israeli-Hamas conflict, stabbed both Wadea and his mother, who survived the attack. Jim Lokay offers his final thoughts on "The Final 5."
Wadea al-Fayoume, a six-year-old boy from suburban Chicago, was stabbed to death over the weekend. Investigators allege his family's landlord, fueled by anti-Muslim sentiment amid the Israeli-Hamas conflict, stabbed both Wadea and his mother, who survived the attack. Jim Lokay offers his final thoughts on "The Final 5."
National attention on Virginia ahead of Nov. 7
Virginia's high stakes, off-off year election is attracting national attention. With control of the House of Delegates and Senate on the line, organizations like the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee are devoting major resources to the Commonwealth. DLCC interim president Heather Williams is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Virginia's high stakes, off-off year election is attracting national attention. With control of the House of Delegates and Senate on the line, organizations like the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee are devoting major resources to the Commonwealth. DLCC interim president Heather Williams is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Jordan seeks speakership, but challenges persist
The House is set to take another crack at electing a speaker on Tuesday, as Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan tries to sway holdouts within the Republican caucus. Eric Michael Garcia of the Independent joins Jim on "The Final 5" to look what it will take for Jordan to prevail.
The House is set to take another crack at electing a speaker on Tuesday, as Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan tries to sway holdouts within the Republican caucus. Eric Michael Garcia of the Independent joins Jim on "The Final 5" to look what it will take for Jordan to prevail.
Josh Cole discusses run for Virginia House of Delegates as he seeks return to Richmond
With the entire Virginia House of Delegates up for grabs, a familiar face is running for the newly-redrawn 65th district around Fredericksburg. Democrat Josh Cole previously served one term, but he says the issues and dynamics have changed. What he's learned about service and more with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
With the entire Virginia House of Delegates up for grabs, a familiar face is running for the newly-redrawn 65th district around Fredericksburg. Democrat Josh Cole previously served one term, but he says the issues and dynamics have changed. What he's learned about service and more with Jim Lokay on "The Final 5."
New focus on America's youth mental health crisis
As we mark World Mental Health Day, Jim talks with Naomi Allen, founder and CEO of virtual mental health care provider Brightline. They discuss the renewed emphasis on mental health care for America's youth, plus how current events are weighing on young minds.
As we mark World Mental Health Day, Jim talks with Naomi Allen, founder and CEO of virtual mental health care provider Brightline. They discuss the renewed emphasis on mental health care for America's youth, plus how current events are weighing on young minds.
House speaker battle underscores partisan gridlock
While the House stands without a Speaker, chaotic intraparty leadership elections in Washington are nothing new. Greg Giroux of Bloomberg Government joins Jim on "The Final 5" to take a look at past battles, and how long it could take to break the latest gridlock.
While the House stands without a Speaker, chaotic intraparty leadership elections in Washington are nothing new. Greg Giroux of Bloomberg Government joins Jim on "The Final 5" to take a look at past battles, and how long it could take to break the latest gridlock.
Reaction to Hamas attack on Israel
Harley Lippman, part of the executive committee of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to offer perspective on the weekend attack by Hamas on Israel, plus the worldwide reaction, and Iran's role in the carnage.
Harley Lippman, part of the executive committee of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to offer perspective on the weekend attack by Hamas on Israel, plus the worldwide reaction, and Iran's role in the carnage.
Israel at War with Hamas after attacks
After the unprecedented attack on Israel by Hamas terrorists, Steven Simon from the Quincy Institute joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to discuss what led to Saturday's attack and the international response so far.
After the unprecedented attack on Israel by Hamas terrorists, Steven Simon from the Quincy Institute joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to discuss what led to Saturday's attack and the international response so far.
The path to a new Speaker
The race to succeed Kevin McCarthy will take center stage next week on Capitol Hill, but does the turmoil actually affect everyday Americans? Jim Lokay breaks it down with Maeve Sheehey from Bloomberg Government on "The Final 5."
The race to succeed Kevin McCarthy will take center stage next week on Capitol Hill, but does the turmoil actually affect everyday Americans? Jim Lokay breaks it down with Maeve Sheehey from Bloomberg Government on "The Final 5."
Stephen McDow runs for Congress
Maryland voters won't head to the polls to pick a new representative until next year, but the race for the 6th District seat set to be vacated by Rep. David Trone is growing. Jim Lokay talks to Democratic candidate Stephen McDow about why he's also working with the nascent Forward Party in the crowded race.
Maryland voters won't head to the polls to pick a new representative until next year, but the race for the 6th District seat set to be vacated by Rep. David Trone is growing. Jim Lokay talks to Democratic candidate Stephen McDow about why he's also working with the nascent Forward Party in the crowded race.
Stephen McDow runs for Congress
Maryland voters won't head to the polls to pick a new representative until next year, but the race for the 6th District seat set to be vacated by Rep. David Trone is growing. Jim Lokay talks to Democratic candidate Stephen McDow about why he's also working with the nascent Forward Party in the crowded race.
Maryland voters won't head to the polls to pick a new representative until next year, but the race for the 6th District seat set to be vacated by Rep. David Trone is growing. Jim Lokay talks to Democratic candidate Stephen McDow about why he's also working with the nascent Forward Party in the crowded race.
McCarthy's out; what's next?
The House stands in recess as Republicans plot a course forward after the ouster of Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Now, members must find a new leader, and avert yet another government shutdown on Nov. 17. Political strategists Kristal Knight and Naysa Woomer join Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to look ahead to the next battle.
The House stands in recess as Republicans plot a course forward after the ouster of Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Now, members must find a new leader, and avert yet another government shutdown on Nov. 17. Political strategists Kristal Knight and Naysa Woomer join Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to look ahead to the next battle.
GOP strategist: Gaetz is "Rebel in Name Only"
The leader of the uprising against now-former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is taking flak from many Republicans. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has long hinted at attempting to topple McCarthy, and as former top GOP House and Senate aide John Hart tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5," it's no surprise that the criticism has been harsh and swift.
The leader of the uprising against now-former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is taking flak from many Republicans. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) has long hinted at attempting to topple McCarthy, and as former top GOP House and Senate aide John Hart tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5," it's no surprise that the criticism has been harsh and swift.