Capitol Hill reacts to Biden pardon, Patel nomination
How is Capitol Hill reacting to President Biden's pardon of his son, Hunter? Jim Lokay discusses that, plus the nomination of Trump acolyte Kash Patel as FBI Director, with Reese Gorman from NOTUS on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: Third Block Special
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The Final 5: November 27, 2024
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 will veterans fare under Trump 2.0's VA?
On "The Final 5," Jim Lokay gets insight on how health care for our nation's military veterans may change in a new Trump administration with Kate Monroe from VETCOMM.US, who offers up her take on the nomination of former Rep. Doug Collins to head up the Veterans' Administration.
Allison Gill on Trump's vanishing legal troubles
Major moves in the criminal matters against President-elect Donald Trump as special counsel Jack Smith cites DOJ policy in having charges dropped involving the Mar-a-Lago document scandal and the January 6th election subversion case. Jim Lokay discusses that, plus what happened to Rudy Giuliani, with Allison Gill of "The Daily Beans" on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: November 26, 2024
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The Final 5: November 25, 2024
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The Final 5: Thanksgiving Special
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The Final 5: November 21, 2024
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.
Gaetz out, Bondi in as Trump's first AG nomination fizzles out
The controversial choice of Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz as President-elect Trump's attorney general collapsed on Thursday, as Gaetz withdrew his name over concerns he was becoming "a distraction." Now that Trump has nominated former Florida Attorney General - and his former impeachment attorney - Pam Bondi, what will her confirmation process look like? Jim Lokay discusses that with attorney Donte Mills on "The Final 5."
RFK Jr. & HHS: What will public health policy look like in the new Trump term?
With President-Elect Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health and Human Services Secretary, he'll likely face questions during confirmation about what his views on "making America healthy again" really mean. Jim Lokay discusses the possibilities and priorities with former HHS official Jack Kalavritinos on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: November 20, 2024
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What will the Dept. of Education look like in Trump's new term?
Calls to dismantle the Department of Education have been popular among conservatives, and with President-elect Trump set to retake office, there's a lot of speculation about what federal policy might look like for America's students. Jim Lokay discusses it with education expert and host of the podcast "Future of Education" Mackenzie Price, who offers her advice for Secretary of Education nominee Linda McMahon on "The Final 5."
Dems push ahead with Biden judicial noms while GOP holds off on Gaetz report
Senators are burning the midnight oil this week, as the lame-duck Democratic majority works to confirm a slew of judicial nominees before President Biden leaves office. At the same time, the House Ethics Committee declined to release a report into allegations of sexual misconduct against Attorney General nominee Matt Gaetz. Jim Lokay talks about it all with Axios reporter Stephen Neukam.
The Final 5: November 19, 2024
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Weathering change, both in and out of the presidential transition
DC is used to change when a new administration takes shape, but as President-Elect Trump promises a major sea change in how government operates, people in and out of the halls of power are preparing for the unknown. Jim discusses that and more with Britt Hogue, founder of The Collective Good, on "The Final 5."
Dems face a major course correction after Harris' defeat
On "The Final 5," Jim Lokay discusses the path forward for Democrats with former New York legislator Josh Lazafan, who says the party needs to pay attention to the changing attitudes of younger voters.
Emmy-winning comedian Paul Mecurio's 'Permission to Speak' coming to Annapolis
Paul Mecurio, Emmy-winning comedian and frequent collaborator with late-night heavyweights like Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart, joined ‘The Final 5' with Jim Lokay to promote his upcoming show, Paul Mecurio’s ‘Permission to Speak’, set to hit Maryland Hall in Annapolis this Saturday. Known for his sharp wit and audience engagement, Mecurio shared insights into the unique interactive format of his live performance.
The Final 5: November 18, 2024
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Paul Mecurio's "Permission To Speak" Comes to Annapolis 11/23
Paul Mecurio, Emmy-winning comedian and frequent collaborator with late-night heavyweights like Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart, joined The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to promote his upcoming show, Paul Mecurio’s Permission to Speak, set to hit Maryland Hall in Annapolis this Saturday.