Latest National Guard developments in Chicago & Gov. shutdown discussion
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Financial planner Bob Ingram was in to discuss the government shutdown, and what federal workers should do now that they're missing a paycheck. Auto expert Jan Griffiths was in to discuss President Trump's latest tariff threat, and why tariffs are hurting America's standing on the global stage.

Oakland University student under investigation over 'dangerous' post targeting GOP candidate

The Oakland County GOP are calling for the expulsion of an Oakland University student after allegedly posting a photo of a state representative candidate with the caption "execute these two things."

'The RIFs have begun:' White House announces more federal layoffs

Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought posted on social media Friday afternoon that previously threatened federal layoffs have started. 

Government shutdown latest: Senate rejects funding bills for 7th time

The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.

Gaza ceasefire deal latest: Metro Detroit lawyer among those detained by Israeli forces
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FOX 2 talks with Oakland University Political Science Chair Dr. Peter Trumbore give analysis on the latest in Gaza. Plus, a Metro Detroit lawyer among those detained by Israeli forces as part of a flotilla bringing aid to Gaza.

Israel & Hamas agree to first phase of Trump?s peace plan
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Israel and Hamas agree to the first phase of President Trump?s peace plan, hoping to end the two year war. The Pulse breaks down what it means and what both sides are saying

What is Antifa?

President Donald Trump held a roundtable on Antifa Wednesday after previously designating the group as a “terrorist organization."

James Comey Indictment: Former FBI Director pleads not guilty over alleged lies to Congress

Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges he lied to Congress in a criminal case that has intensified scrutiny of the Justice Department’s role in targeting President Donald Trump’s political opponents.

Joan Kennedy, Sen. Edward Kennedy's ex-wife, dies at 89

Joan Kennedy, the ex-wife of the late Sen. Edward Kennedy, died this week at the age of 89, after a life and marriage marked with tragedy and scandal.

Two years since October 7 attack in Israel
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Tuesday marks two years since Hamas militants stormed southern Israel, killing 1,200 people and sparking a years-long war that?s killed 67,000 Palestinians in Gaza. The Pulse talks with Dr. Yusef Shakur of the Michigan Roundtable for Just Communities about how we can all come together.

Bondi testifies at congressional hearing on DOJ

Pam Bondi avoided questions while defending herself during a congressional hearing amid criticism that she's turning the Justice Department into a weapon to seek revenge against President Donald Trump’s political opponents.

White House says it will use tariff revenue to save food aid program

The White House said it has found a workaround to fund a food program during the government shutdown to keep aid flowing for millions of women and children. Here’s what we know.

The Insurrection Act: What is it and could Trump invoke it for National Guard?

As conflict over Trump’s deployment of federal troops continues, Trump said Monday he’d be willing to invoke the Insurrection Act if necessary to get active duty military in states. Here’s what that means.

Chicago National Guard fight & shutdown blame game continues
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Illinois and Chicago are gearing up for a fight as President Trump announces the National Guard will be deployed into the Windy City. Plus, the President says he?s open to a deal with democrats on Affordable Care Act subsidies. What Congresswoman Haley Stevens says can be done to end the stalemate.

Shutdown posts prompt Hatch Act questions & Michigan Budget Passes
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Posts by various government agencies blaming democrats for the government shutdown are prompting questions about if employees are violating the Hatch Act. Plus, Governor Whitmer weighs in on the passage of Michigan?s budget

Michigan lawmakers pass $81B budget with road funding plan and cuts elsewhere

It required compromise between each chamber, yielding a new road funding program, a massive wholesale tax on marijuana, while other parts of previous funding deals like universal free school lunches were maintained.

Shutdown showdown & Proposed Michigan cannabis tax hike
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The partial government shutdown continues with no deal in sight. The Pulse takes a closer look at what's impacted by the impasse. Plus, discussing how a proposed 24% tax hike for wholesale cannabis in Michigan could impact the industry.