GOP field gears up for second debate
Many of the 2024 Republican presidential candidates will debate at the Reagan Library on Sept. 27. While former President Trump remains the front-runner, the other hopefuls are working to earn votes, especially among younger conservatives. Chris Barnard weighs in on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
Many of the 2024 Republican presidential candidates will debate at the Reagan Library on Sept. 27. While former President Trump remains the front-runner, the other hopefuls are working to earn votes, especially among younger conservatives. Chris Barnard weighs in on "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay.
Feds take on Google over mobile search dominance
A high-profile trial between the DOJ and Google could reshape the mobile phone market. At issue: Google's willingness to cut deals to become the default search engine on most mobile devices, which the government believes gives it an unfair advantage. Yael Ossowski from the Consumer Choice Center is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
A high-profile trial between the DOJ and Google could reshape the mobile phone market. At issue: Google's willingness to cut deals to become the default search engine on most mobile devices, which the government believes gives it an unfair advantage. Yael Ossowski from the Consumer Choice Center is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Trump leads, DeSantis falters, Haley surges in new GOP pol
The 2024 GOP nomination appears to be Donald Trump's to lose, as poll after poll shows the former POTUS with significant double-digit leads. Jim breaks down the state of the Republican race with conservative strategist Luke Ball.
The 2024 GOP nomination appears to be Donald Trump's to lose, as poll after poll shows the former POTUS with significant double-digit leads. Jim breaks down the state of the Republican race with conservative strategist Luke Ball.
Biden's standing among Dems grows despite worries over age, impeachment
New numbers from Morning Consult show President Biden's support among Democrats is at an all-time high in the 2024 race, despite spirited opposition from the likes of RFK Jr. But with renewed concerns over his age and the potential of an impeachment inquiry, will that support stick? Kevin Walling weighs in with Jim on "The Final 5."
New numbers from Morning Consult show President Biden's support among Democrats is at an all-time high in the 2024 race, despite spirited opposition from the likes of RFK Jr. But with renewed concerns over his age and the potential of an impeachment inquiry, will that support stick? Kevin Walling weighs in with Jim on "The Final 5."
New OT rules and the state of the American workforce
The Biden administration is proposing a sweeping change to the nation's overtime rules, which could lower the income threshold needed for some three million Americans to become eligible for OT pay. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su joins "The Final 5" to explain what that means, what the next steps are, and the state of the American labor force. She also talks about her pending nomination to the job on a permanent basis.
The Biden administration is proposing a sweeping change to the nation's overtime rules, which could lower the income threshold needed for some three million Americans to become eligible for OT pay. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su joins "The Final 5" to explain what that means, what the next steps are, and the state of the American labor force. She also talks about her pending nomination to the job on a permanent basis.
New polling showing some shifts on GOP field, Biden support
One week after the first Republican Presidential debate, new numbers are painting different pictures on the state of the 2024 race, both in the GOP primary field, and among general election voters when it comes to issues driving their vote. Cliff Young from Ipsos Public Affairs is Jim's guest on The Final 5.
One week after the first Republican Presidential debate, new numbers are painting different pictures on the state of the 2024 race, both in the GOP primary field, and among general election voters when it comes to issues driving their vote. Cliff Young from Ipsos Public Affairs is Jim's guest on The Final 5.
HHS calls to 'reschedule' marijuana. What does it mean?
A new federal study is calling for a major change in how the government classifies marijuana. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is now asking the Drug Enforcement Agency to "reschedule" cannabis, citing its widely-accepted medicinal use. James Whitcomb of Frontier Risk, a cannabis-focused insurer, joins Jim to explain what "rescheduling" means and its potential impact here and across the nation.
A new federal study is calling for a major change in how the government classifies marijuana. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is now asking the Drug Enforcement Agency to "reschedule" cannabis, citing its widely-accepted medicinal use. James Whitcomb of Frontier Risk, a cannabis-focused insurer, joins Jim to explain what "rescheduling" means and its potential impact here and across the nation.
What's next in Medicare drug negotiations?
On Tuesday, the White House unveiled a list of prescription drugs that Medicare will start negotiating prices with manufacturers. Part of the Inflation Reduction Act, the move isn't without controversy and legal challenges. Bloomberg Law's Nyah Phengsitthy joins Jim to explain why it's a long way from a done deal.
On Tuesday, the White House unveiled a list of prescription drugs that Medicare will start negotiating prices with manufacturers. Part of the Inflation Reduction Act, the move isn't without controversy and legal challenges. Bloomberg Law's Nyah Phengsitthy joins Jim to explain why it's a long way from a done deal.
Tom Royals makes his case for Maryland's 6th District
An open House seat in Maryland's 6th Congressional district is attracting major interest among both Democrats and Republicans ahead of 2024. One of them is Navy combat vet and lifelong Marylander Tom Royals, who is seeking the GOP nomination. He joins Jim to make his case, and why matters of the economy and education are taking center stage in his campaign.
An open House seat in Maryland's 6th Congressional district is attracting major interest among both Democrats and Republicans ahead of 2024. One of them is Navy combat vet and lifelong Marylander Tom Royals, who is seeking the GOP nomination. He joins Jim to make his case, and why matters of the economy and education are taking center stage in his campaign.
Key takeaways from GOP's first 2024 Presidential Debate
Donald Trump skipped the first Republican Presidential Debate on Wednesday, but each of the participants are way behind the former president in support from likely GOP voters. Republican strategist Jack Kalavritinos and Democratic strategist Kaivan Shroff share their reactions to the big night with Shirin.
Donald Trump skipped the first Republican Presidential Debate on Wednesday, but each of the participants are way behind the former president in support from likely GOP voters. Republican strategist Jack Kalavritinos and Democratic strategist Kaivan Shroff share their reactions to the big night with Shirin.
ACC pushing GOP on conservation issues ahead of debate
As Republicans prepare to debate in Milwaukee, matters of the environment are top of mind for many young voters, including conservatives watching the field shape up. Stephen Perkins of the American Conservation Coalition joins Jim to explain how the group is working on the ground in Milwaukee to engage the candidates as they work to win over a new generation of voters.
As Republicans prepare to debate in Milwaukee, matters of the environment are top of mind for many young voters, including conservatives watching the field shape up. Stephen Perkins of the American Conservation Coalition joins Jim to explain how the group is working on the ground in Milwaukee to engage the candidates as they work to win over a new generation of voters.
With no Trump in debate, how will GOP adapt?
Former President Donald Trump says he won't take part in Wednesday's Republican presidential debate. With the frontrunner opting to spend the evening with Tucker Carlson, the attention shifts to the remaining candidates and who has the most (and the least) to lose. Axios political reporter Stef Kight is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
Former President Donald Trump says he won't take part in Wednesday's Republican presidential debate. With the frontrunner opting to spend the evening with Tucker Carlson, the attention shifts to the remaining candidates and who has the most (and the least) to lose. Axios political reporter Stef Kight is Jim's guest on "The Final 5."
New book 'Kabul' revisits botched Afghan withdrawal
Two years after the U.S. completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan, an operation that included the deaths of 13 troops and more than 170 Afghans trying to flee the country, a new book profiles the decision-making and the heroics of many on the ground. "Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden?s Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End" co-author Jerry Dunleavy joins Jim on "The Final 5."
Two years after the U.S. completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan, an operation that included the deaths of 13 troops and more than 170 Afghans trying to flee the country, a new book profiles the decision-making and the heroics of many on the ground. "Kabul: The Untold Story of Biden?s Fiasco and the American Warriors Who Fought to the End" co-author Jerry Dunleavy joins Jim on "The Final 5."
FTC prepares to take on Amazon
The Federal Trade Commission is reportedly considering action against Amazon amid concerns it has grown into a monopoly. Stephen Kent of the Consumer Choice Center joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain why he thinks it's a losing proposition of FTC chair Lina Khan.
The Federal Trade Commission is reportedly considering action against Amazon amid concerns it has grown into a monopoly. Stephen Kent of the Consumer Choice Center joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain why he thinks it's a losing proposition of FTC chair Lina Khan.
A year later, Biden says Inflation Reduction Act a 'success'
As he trumpets "Bidenomics" as part of his re-election bid, President Biden is marking a year since signing his so-called "Inflation Reduction Act," which focused largely on reducing health care costs and offering tax incentives. Republicans have called it a green energy wishlist, but Rhett Buttle of Public Private Strategies tells Jim Lokay where he thinks it can bolster Biden in 2024.
As he trumpets "Bidenomics" as part of his re-election bid, President Biden is marking a year since signing his so-called "Inflation Reduction Act," which focused largely on reducing health care costs and offering tax incentives. Republicans have called it a green energy wishlist, but Rhett Buttle of Public Private Strategies tells Jim Lokay where he thinks it can bolster Biden in 2024.
The Final 5 with Jim Lokay
Following an Atlanta grand jury's decision to indict former President Trump and 18 others on racketeering and other charges related to the 2020 election, many top defenders say the charges are baseless. That includes Mike Davis of the Article III Project, who calls it a "Democratic law-fare" campaign against the GOP 2024 frontrunner, telling Jim Lokay: "The point of that is is that the American people, not Democrat prosecutors and Democrat judges and Democrat juries, and Democrat hellholes like New York, D.C. and Atlanta get to pick the next President of the United States."
Following an Atlanta grand jury's decision to indict former President Trump and 18 others on racketeering and other charges related to the 2020 election, many top defenders say the charges are baseless. That includes Mike Davis of the Article III Project, who calls it a "Democratic law-fare" campaign against the GOP 2024 frontrunner, telling Jim Lokay: "The point of that is is that the American people, not Democrat prosecutors and Democrat judges and Democrat juries, and Democrat hellholes like New York, D.C. and Atlanta get to pick the next President of the United States."
Walling: Trump defending himself through media campaign, not 'smart legal strategy'
Democratic strategist Kevin Walling weighs in on former President Trump's indictment in Georgia, including his decision to focus attacks on Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. He joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to talk about the case, and efforts by Republicans to redirect focus on the investigations into President Biden and his son, Hunter.
Democratic strategist Kevin Walling weighs in on former President Trump's indictment in Georgia, including his decision to focus attacks on Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. He joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to talk about the case, and efforts by Republicans to redirect focus on the investigations into President Biden and his son, Hunter.
Will Hurd on 2024 run, debates, Trump
Republicans are preparing for their first debate of the 2024 primary season on August 23rd, but the scramble is on for candidates to meet donor and polling thresholds to make the stage. That includes former U.S. Rep. Will Hurd (R-TX), who's also making headlines for declining a mandatory "loyalty pledge" requiring participants to endorse the eventual nominee. He joins Jim to lay out his case, the state of play for the race, and the impact of another Trump indictment on the current frontrunner.
Republicans are preparing for their first debate of the 2024 primary season on August 23rd, but the scramble is on for candidates to meet donor and polling thresholds to make the stage. That includes former U.S. Rep. Will Hurd (R-TX), who's also making headlines for declining a mandatory "loyalty pledge" requiring participants to endorse the eventual nominee. He joins Jim to lay out his case, the state of play for the race, and the impact of another Trump indictment on the current frontrunner.
Helping veterans in need find homes
An ambitious effort to provide housing for veterans in need is making its mark across the country. The VBC Giving Foundation leverages modern building techniques and partnerships with manufacturers to create affordable homes in so-called Veterans' Villages. Retired SSgt. John Jones heads the foundation and joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain what they're doing to make it a reality. (MORE INFO: https://vbcgivingfoundation.org/)
An ambitious effort to provide housing for veterans in need is making its mark across the country. The VBC Giving Foundation leverages modern building techniques and partnerships with manufacturers to create affordable homes in so-called Veterans' Villages. Retired SSgt. John Jones heads the foundation and joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain what they're doing to make it a reality. (MORE INFO: https://vbcgivingfoundation.org/)
What will Congress tackle post-recess?
Congress is out on recess until September 12, but lawmakers have their priorities when they return to Capitol Hill, including spending bills and the prospect of investigations into President Biden. Plus, will Speaker Kevin McCarthy keep the House Republican caucus in line? Mica Soellner, Punchbowl News congressional reporter, joins Jim on "The Final 5."
Congress is out on recess until September 12, but lawmakers have their priorities when they return to Capitol Hill, including spending bills and the prospect of investigations into President Biden. Plus, will Speaker Kevin McCarthy keep the House Republican caucus in line? Mica Soellner, Punchbowl News congressional reporter, joins Jim on "The Final 5."