Schumer refuses to step down as Senate Dem leader, defends shutdown vote
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has refused to step down from his leadership position, as Democratic infighting worsens while the party struggles to agree on messaging to challenge President Donald Trump.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has refused to step down from his leadership position, as Democratic infighting worsens while the party struggles to agree on messaging to challenge President Donald Trump.
Mia Love, 1st Black Republican woman elected to Congress, dies at 49
Former U.S. Rep. Mia Love of Utah, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, has died at 49, according to a statement posted by her family. Here's what to know.
Former U.S. Rep. Mia Love of Utah, the first Black Republican woman elected to Congress, has died at 49, according to a statement posted by her family. Here's what to know.
Trump's steps to dismantle Department of Education
Thursday night on the Pulse, we break down the steps that President Donald Trump is taking to dismantle the Department of Education. We also hear from college students and young adults about how they feel about the state of politics in DC and here in Michigan
Thursday night on the Pulse, we break down the steps that President Donald Trump is taking to dismantle the Department of Education. We also hear from college students and young adults about how they feel about the state of politics in DC and here in Michigan
Michigan lawmakers react to Trump's order, dismantling the Department of Education
Republicans and Democrats in Michigan are reacting to plans to dismantle the Department of Education, which was signed in an executive order by President Donald Trump.
Republicans and Democrats in Michigan are reacting to plans to dismantle the Department of Education, which was signed in an executive order by President Donald Trump.
Immigration battle & James on Trump?s first 2 months
The legal battle over President Trump using a 1798 law to deport hundreds of immigrants reaches a fever pitch. An immigration lawyer weighs in on the case. Plus, Congressman John James on the president?s first two months in office, and if he?s considering a run for governor.
The legal battle over President Trump using a 1798 law to deport hundreds of immigrants reaches a fever pitch. An immigration lawyer weighs in on the case. Plus, Congressman John James on the president?s first two months in office, and if he?s considering a run for governor.
Michigan medical experts say federal Medicaid cuts could impact children's health care
A political fight is brewing in Washington over Medicaid and millions of Americans rely on it, but Republicans in Congress say cuts are needed. Democrats warn everyone will feel the pain.
A political fight is brewing in Washington over Medicaid and millions of Americans rely on it, but Republicans in Congress say cuts are needed. Democrats warn everyone will feel the pain.
Sen. Eichorn charged after soliciting undercover officer in Bloomington
Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn, who was one of the sponsors of the "Trump derangement syndrome bill," faces a felony charge of prostitution after allegedly soliciting a minor for sex during a prostitution sting in Bloomington.
Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn, who was one of the sponsors of the "Trump derangement syndrome bill," faces a felony charge of prostitution after allegedly soliciting a minor for sex during a prostitution sting in Bloomington.
Unilever, Ben & Jerry's parent company, accused of removing CEO over politics
Ben & Jerry’s has accused Unilever, its parent company, of unlawfully removing the ice cream maker’s CEO because of his social and political activism.
Ben & Jerry’s has accused Unilever, its parent company, of unlawfully removing the ice cream maker’s CEO because of his social and political activism.
Trump & Putin phone call & James Craig on race for mayor
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have a phone call, attempting to reach a cease fire in the Russia-Ukraine war. Plus, Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig discusses his goals for Detroit & his message for voters as he runs for mayor
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have a phone call, attempting to reach a cease fire in the Russia-Ukraine war. Plus, Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig discusses his goals for Detroit & his message for voters as he runs for mayor
Democratic divisions, clemency clash & the states of the races
Democratic divisions reach a fever pitch following the vote to avoid a government shutdown. Plus, President Trump says President Biden?s pardons are void, claiming he signed them with auto pen. And looking ahead to the Detroit mayoral and Michigan gubernatorial races.
Democratic divisions reach a fever pitch following the vote to avoid a government shutdown. Plus, President Trump says President Biden?s pardons are void, claiming he signed them with auto pen. And looking ahead to the Detroit mayoral and Michigan gubernatorial races.
Hamtramck residents with ties to Yemen react to U.S. attacks on Houthis rebels
President Trump ordered weekend military attacks in Yemen, which killed 53 people. Many Yemeni people live in Hamtramck, who supported Trump during the election, but now feel betrayed.
President Trump ordered weekend military attacks in Yemen, which killed 53 people. Many Yemeni people live in Hamtramck, who supported Trump during the election, but now feel betrayed.
Trump order guts Voice of America, Radio Free Europe and Asia
“For the first time in 83 years, the storied Voice of America is being silenced,” Michael Abramowitz, the organization's director, said in a statement.
“For the first time in 83 years, the storied Voice of America is being silenced,” Michael Abramowitz, the organization's director, said in a statement.
Voters flood town halls with fears of Social Security cuts, putting heat on GOP over Musk and DOGE
One after another, callers on a telephone town hall with U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga pressed the Michigan Republican about possible cuts to Social Security. Among them was a retired teacher and coach from West Michigan who said he and his wife, both with disabilities, have struggled to access their benefits.
One after another, callers on a telephone town hall with U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga pressed the Michigan Republican about possible cuts to Social Security. Among them was a retired teacher and coach from West Michigan who said he and his wife, both with disabilities, have struggled to access their benefits.
Hundreds of Venezuelans deported by Trump administration despite judge's order
Hundreds of Venezuelans were deported Saturday, despite a judge’s order to stop the Trump administration from doing so.
Hundreds of Venezuelans were deported Saturday, despite a judge’s order to stop the Trump administration from doing so.
Judge blocks Trump's use of 1798 law to deport Venezuelan migrants
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
Trump signs government funding bill, avoiding a shutdown
Passage of the government funding bill is seen as a victory for President Trump and congressional Republicans, despite needing votes from Democrats to pass it.
Passage of the government funding bill is seen as a victory for President Trump and congressional Republicans, despite needing votes from Democrats to pass it.
Senate passes Trump’s budget plan with help from some Dems
The Senate passed a six-month spending bill Friday, hours before a government shutdown.
The Senate passed a six-month spending bill Friday, hours before a government shutdown.
Medicaid cut fears & talkin' tariffs
Dr. Mehmet Oz's confirmation hearing sparks new fears that Medicaid could be cut, despite President Trump saying during the campaign programs like that would not be. Plus, the impact of tariffs on restaurants, retailers & Canadian autoworkers.
Dr. Mehmet Oz's confirmation hearing sparks new fears that Medicaid could be cut, despite President Trump saying during the campaign programs like that would not be. Plus, the impact of tariffs on restaurants, retailers & Canadian autoworkers.
Live updates: Trump speaks at Justice Department; Senate votes on budget
President Donald Trump made what the White House called a “historic" visit to the Justice Department Friday to deliver remarks and rally support for his agenda. Meanwhile, his budget is being debated in the Senate.
President Donald Trump made what the White House called a “historic" visit to the Justice Department Friday to deliver remarks and rally support for his agenda. Meanwhile, his budget is being debated in the Senate.
DOGE closures: List, timeline of government offices that may close this year
Hundreds of offices across the country will become empty this summer as the federal government plans to cancel leases. Here's the state-by-state list.
Hundreds of offices across the country will become empty this summer as the federal government plans to cancel leases. Here's the state-by-state list.