Judge orders Trump administration to restore changes made to US park exhibits

A judge ordered the Trump administration to restore exhibits at museums, parks and landmarks that were removed because the administration thought they “inappropriately disparage Americans past or living.”

Pakistan says U.S. & Iran agree to wording of deal
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Pakistan’s prime minister says the United States and Iran have agreed to wording of a deal to end the war. Retired Naval Intelligence Commander Dr. Paul Chabot weighs in on what it means. Plus, former Duggan campaign spokesperson Andrea Bitely and Conservative Commentator Jamie Roe discuss the week’s headlines

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to serve as Director of National Intelligence

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community. 

Lawsuit targets Trump administration’s anti-DEI federal contract policies

States have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates for federal contracts. The attorneys general argue that this act forces contractors to interpret what activities may be penalized.

Nessel weighs in on AI data center debate
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The debate over artificial intelligence data centers rages on, with many community members sharing their concerns about these facilities. Attorney General Dana Nessel joins The Pulse to update multiple projects in Metro Detroit, and the concerns she has about some of the projects.

Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines

A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines. 

Calls for answers after inmates die at Women's Huron Valley Correctional Facility
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There are bipartisan calls for answers after three inmates died at Huron Valley Correctional Facility in a month. The Pulse speaks with Attorney Todd Flood, former State Senate Majority Leader Randy Richardville and Detroit Ombudsman Sherry Gay-Dagnogo discuss what needs to be done

Gordie Howe Bridge set to open & State of Michigan Politics
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The Gordie Howe International Bridge is set to open. Senator Elissa Slotkin touts the bridge as bipartisanship working. Plus, discussing the State of Michigan Politics after former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan drops out of the gubernatorial race with Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio, former Duggan Campaign Spokeswoman Andrea Bitely and Republican Strategist Jason Cabel Roe.

FBI fires analysts linked to controversial 'Catholic ideology' memo

Several FBI analysts tied to the creation of a 2023 memo warning of a potential threat from Catholic “violent extremists" were fired by the agency The dismissals reignited a political battle over allegations that federal law enforcement targeted religious conservatives.

Judge rejects Trump administration policy impacting immigrants from 39 countries

A federal judge struck down a Trump administration immigration policy imposed against 39 nations following the shooting of two National Guard members in 2025.

Hegseth appears to use D-Day speech to talk about immigration

In a speech marking the anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appeared to use the occasion to draw a parallel between the Allied liberation of Europe during World War II and immigration by sea.

House votes to cut funding for WIC, program that feeds pregnant women and children

The House has advanced a budget bill that cuts $200 million in funding for WIC, a program that provides healthy foods to millions of pregnant women, new moms and their young children.

Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know

A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.

Reaction to Jocelyn Benson skipping FOX 2 Democrat debate; pot tax revenue low
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The FOX 2 Democrat Gubernatorial Debate was held and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson declined for another event. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson appeared and took questions. State tax revenue from pot wholesale taxes fall short of expectations.

12% of Americans say Iran war has been 'more positive than negative'

A new poll indicates that while most Americans view the ongoing Iran war as detrimental to U.S. interests, a small segment of the population views the conflict favorably.

The FOX 2 Democratic Gubernatorial Debate
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The Democratic Gubernatorial Debate on FOX 2 was held before a live studio audience – and we're taking a look at the biggest issues our state is facing.  Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson was in attendance. Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said she will miss it for a Detroit educators event, despite being told 65 days ago.