DOJ sues additional states for not handing over voter data

Some state officials worry about how the voter data may be used and whether the Justice Department will follow privacy laws in protecting it.

President Trump pardons Texas Democrat Rep. Cuellar for federal charges

Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been pardoned for federal bribery and conspiracy charges by President Donald Trump.

Trump administration threatens to withhold SNAP benefits from certain states
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The Trump Administration is threatening to withhold SNAP benefits from most Democratic-led states, unless they provide information about people receiving assistance. Lighthouse Michigan President and CEO Ryan Hertz discusses the impact this could have.

$2000 tariff dividend check update: Trump says dividend refund checks coming in 2026

During a cabinet meeting on December 2, President Donald Trump said the U.S. is collecting "trillions of dollars" from tariffs and that part of this money would be returned to citizens as dividend refund checks in 2026.

GOP Senator seeks to end dual citizenship in U.S.

Sen. Bernie Moreno, who was born in Colombia, introduced a bill that would force Americans with dual citizenship to choose one country over the other.

Legislature's role in stopping child abuse & Congressional UFO hearings
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After multiple cases of child abuse in Oakland County, Sheriff Mike Bouchard is calling on the State Legislature to pass a law aiming to stop these types of crimes. Plus, an expert weighs in on what could come out of hearings regarding UFOs on Capitol Hill

New SNAP requirements now in effect,  USDA planning major overhaul of program

Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or food stamps, to buy groceries. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) oversees the program and says it is working on a major overhaul to root out waste, fraud, and abuse.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly addresses Pentagon investigation

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) addressed the Pentagon investigation against him during a news conference held on Dec. 1.

Trump's approval rating drops to lowest so far in second-term: Gallup

President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.

Trump administration to review green card holders from 'countries of concern.' What we know

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services director announced in a social media post that the agency will conduct a full review of what he referred to as “high-risk" countries.

Dana Nessel joins 21 attorneys general in blocking new 'unlawful' SNAP eligibility guidance

Attorney General Dana Nessel joined 21 other attorneys general across the country to file a lawsuit that they say is expected to stop the federal government from restricting SNAP benefits.

National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C.
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Authorities are investigating after two National Guard members from West Virginia were shot in Washington, D.C. The Pulse speaks with former U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider about how the investigation could play out.

Immigrant linked to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt being held in ICE detention

A Massachusetts woman formerly engaged to the brother of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been held in ICE custody for two weeks after being arrested during a traffic stop.

Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.