Vindman: Trump made "shocking" call after Khashoggi murder
Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-VA) says a classified call between former President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman after the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi should be made public, describing it as "shocking." He explains why on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
Rep. Eugene Vindman (D-VA) says a classified call between former President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman after the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi should be made public, describing it as "shocking." He explains why on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
House members in their "censure" era
After more than 50 days out of session, members of the House are back in Washington doing the people's business - if that means censuring each other. Democrats Chuy Garcia and Stacey Plaskett were the subjects of censure votes, as was Republican Cory Mills. Meanwhile, Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick may be facing expulsion altogether. NOTUS reporter Riley Rogerson joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to explain.
After more than 50 days out of session, members of the House are back in Washington doing the people's business - if that means censuring each other. Democrats Chuy Garcia and Stacey Plaskett were the subjects of censure votes, as was Republican Cory Mills. Meanwhile, Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick may be facing expulsion altogether. NOTUS reporter Riley Rogerson joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to explain.
The Final 5: November 19, 2025
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.
From Mamdani to Kirk, a New Generation Is Taking the Lead
Jason Palmer joined The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to break down the surging demand for younger political leaders — a movement fueled by figures like NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and the late Charlie Kirk. He also explained how his TOGETHER! initiative is channeling that energy into a new generation of leadership.
Jason Palmer joined The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to break down the surging demand for younger political leaders — a movement fueled by figures like NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and the late Charlie Kirk. He also explained how his TOGETHER! initiative is channeling that energy into a new generation of leadership.
The Final 5: November 18, 2025
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.
‘You don’t start planning in the ER parking lot’: why caregivers should care for themselves
Jennifer Antkowiak left her career as a television news anchor twice to take on family caregiving duties. With National Home Caregiver Month underway, she joined “The Final 5” to highlight the growing strain on America’s 63 million family caregivers. Antkowiak discussed the balance of work and caregiving responsibilities, noting that professional caregiver shortages are pushing more medical-level tasks onto families. Antkowiak created Take Care Tips after realizing she was burning out, offering “10 minute tips” to help caregivers reset and prioritize self-care. Resources are available at takecaretips.com.
Jennifer Antkowiak left her career as a television news anchor twice to take on family caregiving duties. With National Home Caregiver Month underway, she joined “The Final 5” to highlight the growing strain on America’s 63 million family caregivers. Antkowiak discussed the balance of work and caregiving responsibilities, noting that professional caregiver shortages are pushing more medical-level tasks onto families. Antkowiak created Take Care Tips after realizing she was burning out, offering “10 minute tips” to help caregivers reset and prioritize self-care. Resources are available at takecaretips.com.
The Final 5: November 17, 2025
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.
Panel: Trump on affordability; Epstein files set to be released
Kevin Walling and Neil Chatterjee join Jim Lokay to discuss some of the major news of the day, including President Trump's renewed focus on affordability after Republicans' suffered major losses at the ballot box, plus the looming House vote to release the Epstein files.
Kevin Walling and Neil Chatterjee join Jim Lokay to discuss some of the major news of the day, including President Trump's renewed focus on affordability after Republicans' suffered major losses at the ballot box, plus the looming House vote to release the Epstein files.
Conservative groups eye potential voters on HBCU campuses
Conservative group Blexit is making a renewed push to engage young Black voters — and they’re doing it by showing up at HBCUs during homecoming season. In her latest reporting for Capital B, national education reporter Alecia Taylor takes "The Final 5" inside the group’s “Educate to Liberate” tour, where students at campuses like Bowie State are met with on-the-spot interviews, limited disclosure about the group’s ties to Turning Point USA, and conversations that range from civil curiosity to deep skepticism.
Conservative group Blexit is making a renewed push to engage young Black voters — and they’re doing it by showing up at HBCUs during homecoming season. In her latest reporting for Capital B, national education reporter Alecia Taylor takes "The Final 5" inside the group’s “Educate to Liberate” tour, where students at campuses like Bowie State are met with on-the-spot interviews, limited disclosure about the group’s ties to Turning Point USA, and conversations that range from civil curiosity to deep skepticism.
Cliff Young has the pulse of the people
Ipsos pollster Cliff Young returns to "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay to look at fresh polling numbers on issues voters care about, including affordability -- and how last week's mid-cycle elections factor into next year's congressional midterm elections.
Ipsos pollster Cliff Young returns to "The Final 5" with Jim Lokay to look at fresh polling numbers on issues voters care about, including affordability -- and how last week's mid-cycle elections factor into next year's congressional midterm elections.
The Final 5: November 13, 2025
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.
Democrats Disillusioned With Leadership After Shutdown Vote
New calls for change atop the Democratic leadership team after Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries failed to secure guarantees for health care tax credits in the bill that re-opened the government. Jim gets reaction from political commentator Jonathan Harris on "The Final 5."
New calls for change atop the Democratic leadership team after Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries failed to secure guarantees for health care tax credits in the bill that re-opened the government. Jim gets reaction from political commentator Jonathan Harris on "The Final 5."
Voters Fed Up With Gridlock as Shutdown Fallout Deepens
With new polling shows voters blaming Republicans for the shutdown over Democrats, the Forward Party's John Goodwin tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that most Americans are simply fed up with Congress overall. He described a system “built for gridlock,” where families worrying about missed paychecks and rising costs feel ignored while lawmakers fundraise off the crisis. Goodwin said frustration with the two-party system is fueling a surge of interest in Forward candidates focused on compromise and practical problem-solving, adding that the party expects record growth heading into 2026.
With new polling shows voters blaming Republicans for the shutdown over Democrats, the Forward Party's John Goodwin tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" that most Americans are simply fed up with Congress overall. He described a system “built for gridlock,” where families worrying about missed paychecks and rising costs feel ignored while lawmakers fundraise off the crisis. Goodwin said frustration with the two-party system is fueling a surge of interest in Forward candidates focused on compromise and practical problem-solving, adding that the party expects record growth heading into 2026.
The Final 5: November 12, 2025
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.
The Final 5: November 11, 2025
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.
Jim pays tribute to his grandfather on Veterans Day
As Veterans Day comes to a close, Jim remembers his late grandfather, Marine Corps veteran Samuel Semetsis, who helped raise one of the last flags on Okinawa during World War II.
As Veterans Day comes to a close, Jim remembers his late grandfather, Marine Corps veteran Samuel Semetsis, who helped raise one of the last flags on Okinawa during World War II.
Shutdown impacts all Americans: panel
With the government shutdown potentially ending this week, political commentator Jamie Jackson and Principles First head Brittany Martinez join Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to talk about lessons learned and what the next priorities should be....before the next funding deadline.
With the government shutdown potentially ending this week, political commentator Jamie Jackson and Principles First head Brittany Martinez join Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to talk about lessons learned and what the next priorities should be....before the next funding deadline.
MTG for POTUS?
Why is Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene suddenly appearing in some unexpected places, like CNN or next to Joy Behar on "The View?" NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman says Capitol Hill scuttlebutt suggests she's floating the possibility of running for the White House in 2028. Reese joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to discuss.
Why is Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene suddenly appearing in some unexpected places, like CNN or next to Joy Behar on "The View?" NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman says Capitol Hill scuttlebutt suggests she's floating the possibility of running for the White House in 2028. Reese joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to discuss.
The Final 5: November 10, 2025
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.
How America's female mayors lead in face of adversity
Former Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges joined "The Final 5" to discuss a new study from the Women Mayors Network showing women mayors face substantially more harassment than their male counterparts. From threats and violence to “slow-burn sabotage," the study suggests these challengers especially target women of color. In her interview with Jim Lokay, she lays out how to fix it, and why it shouldn't dissuade future leaders from seeking public office.
Former Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges joined "The Final 5" to discuss a new study from the Women Mayors Network showing women mayors face substantially more harassment than their male counterparts. From threats and violence to “slow-burn sabotage," the study suggests these challengers especially target women of color. In her interview with Jim Lokay, she lays out how to fix it, and why it shouldn't dissuade future leaders from seeking public office.