Potential GOP field grows in Virginia governor's race
Virginians will choose a new governor this year, as incumbent Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) is term-limited. So far, Democrats have coalesced behind former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, but the Republican field may grow. Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears jumped into the race last year, but former state lawmakers Dave LaRock and Amanda Chase are now trying to gather the signatures needed to make the ballot. Jim Lokay talks about the state of the race with radio talk show host John Fredericks on "The Final 5."
Schumer shifts stance on spending bill as Dems protest
With a government funding deadline looming, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has reversed course on the temporary spending bill passed earlier in the week by House Republicans. He says he will now support the measure rather than prompt a shutdown, but many fellow Democrats are blasting the move. Jim discusses that and California Governor Gavin Newsom's controversial foray into podcasting with attorney and Democratic strategist Dr. Tracy Pearson on "The Final 5."
Kurdian on Trump's Ukraine Deal and U.S. Strategy Challenges
Retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to analyze the latest developments in the Ukraine conflict and the strategic moves by the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine. He discusses the potential peace deal Trump is working toward, the role of valuable Ukrainian minerals in shaping U.S. foreign policy, and the long-term impact on national security.
Joel Rubin on potential ceasefire as Russia weighs offer
Joel Rubin, who served as a senior State Department official in the Obama White House, joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" with insight on the potential ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia -- and what Ukraine may have to give up to move on.
Ukraine agrees to 30-day ceasefire; will Russia follow?
Major developments on Tuesday in the Ukraine/Russia conflict, as a U.S.-led negotiation session led Ukraine to agree to a 30-day ceasefire. Amy Mitchell from the National Security Institute joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to explain what it all means, whether Russia will agree as well, and how much of a victory the Trump administration can claim after that contentious White House appearance by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
VA secretary defends staff cuts: 'frontward facing’ workers helping vets 'not being cut'
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with U.S. Secretary of Veteran Affairs Doug Collins to discuss who could be impacted by the Trump administration's plan to make cuts at the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.
How Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada can impact consumers
Tom Fitzgerald chats with Consumer Choice Center Canadian Affairs Director Jay Goldberg, to discuss how Trump's proposed tariff's could impact consumers.
Maryland congressman weighs in on possible government shutdown
Tom Fitzgerald chats with Maryland Rep. Andy Harris to discuss DOGE, federal worker layoffs and budget negotiations.
White House hosts crypto summit
On Friday, President Trump is slated to hold the first White House Crypto Summit as his administration moves closer to creating a national crypto reserve. Jim discusses what that all means with crypto expert Les Borsai on "The Final 5."
Trump pauses tariffs on Mexico & Canada, but for how long?
As President Trump again suspends the threat of 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods, Jim discusses the latest on the burgeoning trade war between the U.S. and our northern neighbors with David Clement from the Consumer Choice Center.
Capitol Hill reacts to Trump speech
Jim Lokay gets reaction to Tuesday's presidential speech with NOTUS reporter Riley Rogerson, plus the backlash to Democratic protests, and the looming potential for a government shutdown.
What will Trump tackle in first address to Congress?
President Trump delivers the first speech of his second term before Congress on Tuesday. Jim Lokay discusses which priorities he's expected to take up with Kevin Walling and Christopher Johnson on "The Final 5," plus how Democrats are planning to counter-program the evening.
McMahon takes over Dept. of Education as Trump vows to shut it down
Now that Linda McMahon has been sworn in as Secretary of Education, the focus turns to her mission leading a department that President Trump has vowed to shut down. But as education advocate Mackenzie Price tells Jim Lokay on "The Final 5," McMahon's mission ahead should focus more on shifting the burden to states.
Political panel reacts to Trump-Zelensky heated White House visit
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with David Goodfriend and Tim Parrish to discuss the heated the discussion between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky during a White House visit.
Fears over a potential government shutdown
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Thomas Kahn, a former House budget committee staff director, to discuss the possibility of a government shutdown.
U.S. support for Ukraine in question
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Daniel Balson to discuss a new poll from Razom for Ukraine that found that nearly 70% of GOP voters say Russia is the aggressor, 83% disapprove of Putin and wants the Trump administration to focus on China and the southern border.
The Trump-Zelensky Fallout
Tom Fitzgerald and retired Army Maj. Mike Lyons discuss the heated conversation between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Trump's recent comments on Ukraine and Russia
Tom Fitzgerald discusses President Donald Trump's comments about Ukraine and Russia with Virginia Rep. Eugene Vindman.
DC home rule under attack
Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Ward 2 DC Councilmember Brooke Pinto to discuss crime in the city, DC home rule and President Donald Trump's plans for DC.
How government layoffs are impacting the local economy in the DMV
Tom Fitzgerald sat down with Terry Clower from George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government to discuss the impact of the federal government layoffs on the DMV region.