Epstein files: When will they be released?
The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.
The files must be released within 30 days, with some redactions allowed for ongoing investigations.
More SNAP recipients face work requirements: What to know
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
The Trump administration waived the new work requirements from his big spending bill for SNAP recipients in November, but they kick in for more adults in December. Here’s what to know.
Trump administration plans to dismantle parts of Education Department. What it means for student loans
Some of the Education Department’s responsibilities will now shift to other federal agencies as part of a new agreement.
Some of the Education Department’s responsibilities will now shift to other federal agencies as part of a new agreement.
Congress passes bill to force release of Epstein files
Lawmakers in Congress pass a bill to force the United States Department of Justice to release the files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Oakland University Dave Dulio answers your questions about what comes next, and the possible political fallout.
Lawmakers in Congress pass a bill to force the United States Department of Justice to release the files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Oakland University Dave Dulio answers your questions about what comes next, and the possible political fallout.
Who voted no in the release of the Epstein files in the House?
The bill to release the Epstein files was passed with nearly unanimous agreement - except for one House member.
The bill to release the Epstein files was passed with nearly unanimous agreement - except for one House member.
Epstein files vote: Here's who voted against releasing the Epstein files
Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.
Both the House and the Senate passed the bill on Tuesday and will head to President Donald Trump's desk for his signature.
Federal court blocks Texas from using new congressional map
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
A federal court blocked Texas on Tuesday from using a recently passed congressional map.
Medicare premium hike for 2026 will cut heavily into COLA
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Medicare premiums are increasing again in 2026 in a jump that far outpaces both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.
Upcoming vote in fight over Epstein files
The house gets ready to take a major vote over forcing the justice department to release the Epstein files. Plus, The Pulse takes your questions about the economy to Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner
The house gets ready to take a major vote over forcing the justice department to release the Epstein files. Plus, The Pulse takes your questions about the economy to Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner
All SNAP recipients must reapply for benefits: What we know
The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.
The Trump administration says everyone has to reapply for their SNAP benefits now that the government has reopened. Here's what we know.
At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes
Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton.
Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton.
Trump directive on Epstein case & Dingell discusses healthcare fight
President Trump directs Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate the Epstein case, but there’s a major catch: she’s investigating democrats specifically. Plus, what Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says about the healthcare battle after a deal is reached to reopen the government.
President Trump directs Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate the Epstein case, but there’s a major catch: she’s investigating democrats specifically. Plus, what Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says about the healthcare battle after a deal is reached to reopen the government.
What's next in Congress on the push to release the Epstein files
If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.
If the measure passes the Senate, it would go to Trump, who almost certainly would veto it. He has opposed the discharge petition from the start, even reaching out Wednesday to two Republicans who had signed it.
Government shutdown economic impact & Bing on Detroit's future
The government shutdown is over, but the long-term impacts are still unknown. Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner discusses the possible fallout from an economic standpoint. Plus, former Detroit Mayor Dave Bing on how the city can keep its progress going under Mayor-Elect Mary Sheffield
The government shutdown is over, but the long-term impacts are still unknown. Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner discusses the possible fallout from an economic standpoint. Plus, former Detroit Mayor Dave Bing on how the city can keep its progress going under Mayor-Elect Mary Sheffield
DOJ sues to block new California congressional map following Prop 50 win
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.
The Department of Justice (DOJ) on Thursday filed a motion to aid in a lawsuit California Republicans have brought against Gov. Gavin Newsom over Prop 50.
Travel disruptions expected to continue after end of government shutdown
President Donald Trump officially signed a bill on Wednesday evening, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
President Donald Trump officially signed a bill on Wednesday evening, ending the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
When will SNAP payments resume now that the government shutdown has ended?
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
The bill for the Agriculture Department means people who rely on key food assistance programs will see those benefits funded without threat of interruption through the rest of the budget year.
House Dems release Epstein emails & Debating the healthcare issue
House Democrats release emails from sex abuser Jeffrey Epstein, one of which says President Trump “knew about the girls.” How the White House is reacting to the disclosure. Plus, debating the healthcare issue that’s driving the government shutdown.
House Democrats release emails from sex abuser Jeffrey Epstein, one of which says President Trump “knew about the girls.” How the White House is reacting to the disclosure. Plus, debating the healthcare issue that’s driving the government shutdown.
Epstein files: discharge petition gains signatures needed to force US House vote
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
A discharge petition regarding the release of the Epstein files gained its 218th signature on Wednesday, the threshold needed to force a U.S. House vote on the matter.
Rev. Jesse Jackson hospitalized in Chicago, family confirms
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.
Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson has been hospitalized in Chicago, his family said Wednesday.