How Republicans can use their new powers to mend American electoral system
The man who was hired by former President Trump's 2020 campaign to investigate voter fraud (but found none) says now President-elect Trump and congressional Republicans have an opportunity to make moves to reinstate trust in the system. But will they do it?
The Final 5: December 5, 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.
If 2020 was a concern, will GOP use new powers to fix election system?
Ken Block, author of "Disproven" and former data expert for the Trump 2020 campaign, joined The Final 5 with Jim Lokay to analyze the stark contrast between Donald Trump’s refusal to concede in 2020 and his decisive victory in 2024. Block credited the win to strategic moves, including addressing the Libertarian vote and targeted campaigning in swing states, rather than fraud allegations. While acknowledging lingering issues like voter roll inconsistencies, Block emphasized the lack of evidence for widespread fraud in past elections and urged political capital be spent on practical election reforms rather than relitigating 2020.
Will Hegseth win confirmation?
Jim Lokay discusses the latest on the controversial nomination of former Fox News host Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense with Republican strategist Katie Frost on "The Final 5."
The Final 5: December 4, 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.
The Washington Roast prepares for a night of comedy at DC Improv
There's no shortage of material for comedians these days, so the comedians and improv pros from The Washington Roast are taking on the big issues of the day with a show on Thursday, December 5th at 7:30pm at the DC Improv. Tim Kardashian (his real name, sort of) joins Jim Lokay on "The Final 5" to explain why it's important to keep laughing.
What will environmental policy look like in Trump's new term?
The incoming Trump administration is signaling a push towards environmental policy that's more business-friendly. Jim Lokay is joined by conservative political and climate strategist Christopher Johnson on "The Final 5," who also offers insight on Trump's nomination of Lee Zeldin as head of the Environmental Protection Agency.
Tracy Pearson on Trump cabinet, Biden pardon
Jim is joined by attorney, political analyst, and host of the "What We Don't Know" podcast, Dr. Tracy Pearson on "The Final 5." They discuss the simmering controversy involving some of President-Elect Trump's cabinet nominees, plus the political ramifications of President Biden's pardon of his son, Hunter.
The Final 5: December 2, 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.
The Final 5: December 3, 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.
Hunter's pardon and the legal system
Hunter Biden's presidential pardon has been topic A in Washington today, but what does the ensuing reaction say about the state of the legal system? It's the subject of this conversation between Jim Lokay and trial attorney Tad Thomas on "The Final 5."
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
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 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
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 25, 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.
The Final 5: Thanksgiving Special
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 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.