Here's who Americans blame for government shutdown, according to poll

With many Americans feeling the impacts of the government shutdown, this is who they are holding accountable for where things stand based on a recent poll.

Spotting AI deepfakes & impact of endorsements
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A fake video of tanks crossing the bridge to Belle Isle sparks another conversation about AI deepfakes. Awecomm CEO Brent Yax and Social Media Expert Ethan Lloyd with how you can spot what's real, and what's not. Plus, Detroit News Columnist Karen Dumas with the impact endorsements could have on the Detroit Mayoral Race.

'Not engage in partisan politics': WCAA requests Kristi Noem video to stop playing at DTW

A video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming Democrats for the federal government shutdown has been playing in Detroit Metro Airport, and now the Wayne County Airport Authority (WCAA) is requesting the video be turned off.

Supreme Court seemingly inclined to gut key provision in Voting Rights Act

The U.S. Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the Voting Rights Act's ability to force states to draw electoral districts in favor of minority voters.

Governor Whitmer and GOP House Speaker work on new strategy to bring jobs to Michigan

Governor Whitmer and GOP House Speaker Matt Hall are working on a new strategy to attract more jobs to Michigan, but if the House GOP floor leader has his way, they won't need a new program.

Trump, FBI Director Patel tout efforts to crackdown on violent crime

FBI Director Kash Patel joined President Trump to tout federal law enforcement’s efforts to combat crime in major cities across the U.S. in "Operation Summer Heat."

Airports refusing to play Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for government shutdown

Airports around the US are reportedly refusing to play a video from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in which she blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown.

Nessel & Gilchrist argument & Pentagon press pushback
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Attorney General Dana Nessel takes exception to Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist?s claim that the Democratic Party has too many lawyers. Plus, discussing the restrictions the Pentagon wants to put on media covering the Defense Department inside the building

Trump awards Presidential Medal of Freedom to Charlie Kirk posthumously

President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a White House ceremony.

What to know about the 'No Kings' protests set for this weekend

Protesters once again are expected to gather in streets across the country this weekend in opposition of President Donald Trump’s policies. Here's what you need to know about the demonstrations.

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, House Speaker warns

The shutdown has entered its third week as lawmakers work towards finding a resolution to reopen the federal government.

'We have enough lawyers': Comment by Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist leads to feud with AG Nessel

There’s trouble brewing in the very early race for Michigan’s next governor. Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, who is running for the top job in the 2026 election says there are too many lawyers in the Democratic Party.

Israel-Hamas peace deal & government shutdown continues
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All 20 living Israeli hostages and 1,900 Palestinian prisoners are free, as part of a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Oakland University Political Science Chair Peter Trumbore discusses the political impact of the deal. Plus Republican Congressman Tim Walberg and Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discuss where things stand with the government shutdown

Hundreds of CDC workers reinstated after being fired amid government shutdown

Layoff notices were reversed for some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention employees after many were notified of layoffs as the government shutdown continues.

Biden undergoing radiation for prostate cancer

Former President Joe Biden's treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has entered a new phase.