The Final 5: April 24, 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: April 23, 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.
Kathleen Matthews on the silencing of Voice of America
Former Washington news anchor Kathleen Matthews is speaking out after she and other members of a bipartisan board overseeing the U.S. government's global media operations were dismissed by the Trump administration. These outlets, including Voice of America and Radio Free Europe, have long provided fact-based news to audiences in repressive regimes. She joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to explain why she thinks Congress should step in and investigate.
Looking at 100 days of Trump with Chet Love
Conservative strategist Chet Love joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to talk about the ongoing controversies over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and his take on what President Trump has accomplished in his first 100 days in office.
When you need to talk, C-SPAN is here to listen
One of "The Final 5's" most-reliable sources of content is C-SPAN. Yes, it''s an important service for politically-engaged Americans, but as it turns out, it's also a place for people to reveal their innermost secrets, as host John McArdle recently discovered.
The Final 5: April 22, 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.
Pressure builds on Hegseth after new Signal revelation
There are new calls for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to step down amid new allegations he included family members and his personal attorney in sensitive group chats. While the White House stands behind Hegseth, some Republicans are now voicing concerns as well. Adam Mockler, MeidasTouch contributor, joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to weigh in.
The Final 5: April 21, 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: April 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: April 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: April 16, 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.
Toy Industry Faces Uncertain Christmas as Tariffs Take Hold
President Trump’s new tariffs on Chinese imports have sent shockwaves through the U.S. toy industry, with a staggering 145% duty threatening to disrupt production, raise prices, and potentially wipe out small manufacturers. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, Toy Association CEO Greg Ahearn breaks down what it all means for companies, parents, and this year’s holiday season.
The Final 5: April 15, 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: April 14, 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.
Natalie Bencivenga on SAVE Act, Shapiro attack
Jim Lokay discusses the concerns Democrats have about the recently-passed SAVE Act with journalist Natalie Bencivenga on "The Final 5." They also talk about weekend arson at the home of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and what it says about the state of modern politics.
The Final 5: April 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.
GOP on tariff whiplash: Trump's "art of the deal"
After President Trump mostly backtracked on his massive tariffs, the White House said it was all part of the plan anyway -- and Republicans jumped on board to agree. Joe Perticone from The Bulwark weighs in on "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay."
The Final 5: April 9, 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.
Johnson spars with fellow Republicans over tax bill
While many of the headlines out of Capitol Hill have focused on efforts to contain the effects of President Trump's trade war, there's also a battle going on within the House Republican Conference over the framework of a bill that could pave the way for many of the President's key priorities. NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to explain what's at stake and why it's turned contentious between Speaker Mike Johnson and other key Republicans.
Trump pulls back on most tariffs for now, but what's next?
While President Trump has pressed pause on his "Liberation Day" tariffs (with the exception of Chinese imports), some Republicans are urging him to take a closer look at how they may impact the American economy long term. Conservative strategist Naysa Woomer joins "The Final 5 with Jim Lokay" to offer her thoughts.