#TheFinal5: Federal Reserve set to make giant rate hike to address inflation
FOX 5's Shirin Rajaee sits down with David Beckworth of The Mercatus Center to preview the latest rate hike by the Federal Reserve.
#TheFinal5: Bipartisan Climate Action
President Biden announced new steps towards fighting climate change on Wednesday, but bipartisan action on the legislative level could be possible, according to former GOP Rep. Bob Inglis. Inglis, founder of RepublicEN.org, tells Jim Lokay on “The Final 5” that there’s an unprecedented level of potential climate cooperation in Washington.
#TheFinal5: Reviewing Biden’s trip to Saudi Arabia
Jim takes a look at President Biden’s trip to Saudi Arabia with Trita Parsi from the Quincy Institute, and why he believes the trip was a diplomatic failure.
#TheFinal5: Protecting public figures in a high-tech age
The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has stoked passionate protests, some of which extend to the neighborhoods where justices live. Protecting public figures has been the life’s work of retired Secret Service agent Jeff James, who joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain the work that goes into keeping them safe while balancing First Amendment concerns.
#TheFinal5: SCOTUS gun ruling opens door to change
The Supreme Court’s decision to strike down New York’s restrictions in issuing gun permits is opening the door to broad change across the country, including Maryland. Young Voices contributor Gabriella Hoffman joins Jim on "The Final 5" to explain what changed, how local governments are reacting, and why there’s a distinct difference between “concealed carry” and “constitutional carry” laws.
#TheFinal5: Biden in Israel
President Biden is in Israel for the first leg of his first Middle East tour as POTUS. First stop: Israel, a country whose symbiotic relationship with the U.S. has evolved through the years. What has changed, and what has stayed the same? Elad Strohmayer, Israeli Embassy spokesman, is Jim’s guest on "The Final 5."
#TheFinal5: 4th of July Parade Shooting Spurs Hundreds to Action
One week after a gunman opened fire at a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois, killing seven, people whose lives were touched by the violence are in Washington, D.C. calling for change. March Fourth aims to lobby lawmakers to outlaw weapons, like the AR-15, that have been used in countless mass shootings across the nation. Aubrey McCarthy, one of the planners, is Jim’s guest on "The Final 5."
#TheFinal5: Jan. 6 hearings continue, but what’s next?
This week, the House Select Committee investigating the January 6th Capitol attacks enters the final phase of hearings. What happens next? Princeton University Political Science Professor Dr. Lauren A. Wright joins Jim to talk about the precedents set by the committee, what actionable moves it can make without the power to charge anyone, and which Republicans might still be listening closely.
#TheFinal5: Biden, Dems plot midterm strategy
While poll numbers suggest a rocky road ahead for President Biden and congressional Democrats in November’s midterms, the White House continues to search for silver linings to take to voters. Democratic strategist Kevin Walling takes a look at President Biden’s week and what’s ahead on "The Final 5."
#TheFinal5: Bye Bye Boris
The long awaited resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson presents more questions than answers for UK political observers. Jason Reed, Young Voices UK Lead, joins Jim from across the pond with his perspective.
#TheFinal5: Bye Bye Boris
The long awaited resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson presents more questions than answers for UK political observers. Jason Reed, Young Voices UK Lead, joins Jim from across the pond with his thoughts on the situation.
#TheFinal5: Solution to rising gas prices starts at home
FOX 5's Shirin Rajaee is joined by "Young Voices" contributor Christopher Barnard to talk about rising gas prices and what can be done to combat them.
Looking Back at five years of "The Final 5"
5 years ago, people said they wanted "More Lokay" and they got it - and it's been a... long five years. We take a look back with this well-produced anniversary special about FOX 5's week-nightly politics show - just for you.
The Final 5 Anniversary Special: Part Three
Jim reflects on the last 5 years as he wraps up our three-part anniversary special.
The Final 5 Anniversary Special: Part Two
Here's the second part of the anniversary special - and we take it out to the Sky Deck to meet some of our favorite guests.
The Final 5 Anniversary Special: Part Two
Here's the second part of the anniversary special - and we take it out to the Sky Deck to meet some of our favorite guests.
The Final 5 Anniversary Special: Part One
5 years ago, people said they wanted "More Lokay" and they got it - and it's been a... long five years. We take a look back with this well-produced anniversary special about FOX 5's week-nightly politics show - just for you. Also note that this is the first of 3 parts, because you should watch the whole thing. It'll be worth it - we promise.
#TheFinal5: Joe Werner runs for MD Governor
Attorney Joe Werner last faced voters in Maryland’s 1st congressional district as a Democrat. Now, he’s seeking the GOP nomination for governor. He’s one of four candidates in the Republican field. He joins Jim on "The Final 5" to talk about his top priorities, why he decided to shift parties, and whether the national political climate will find itself playing out in Maryland.
#TheFinal5: The legal road post-Roe
Legal maneuvering is already underway after Friday’s decision by the Supreme Court, eviscerating the landmark Roe vs. Wade ruling. Sonia Suter, professor at GW Law, joins Jim on "The Final 5" to look at what’s next in the fight over abortion rights.
The Final 5: The Legal road post-Roe
Legal maneuvering is already underway after Friday’s decision by the Supreme Court, eviscerating the landmark Roe vs. Wade ruling. Sonia Suter, professor at GW Law, joins Jim on The Final 5 to look at what’s next in the fight over abortion rights.