The last time the Insurrection Act was used

President Donald Trump’s threat to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota is unprecedented, experts say, because “none of the criteria have been met.”

Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them? 

Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators

Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.

Detroit Auto Show special: Impact of Trump policies on the auto industry
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The Pulse takes the show on the road for the 2026 Detroit Auto Show. Host Roop Raj unpacks the impact of President Trump's tariff and electric vehicle policies with former Auto Supply Chain Executive Jan Griffiths, former Republican State House Majority Leader Rocky Raczkowski, and Democratic Congresswoman Haley Stevens

'Embrace the USMCA:' Gov. Whitmer makes speech at her final Detroit Auto Show while in office

Governor Whitmer took her final tour of the Detroit Auto Show while in office and gave her final TV interview at the event to FOX 2, where she talked about the future of auto manufacturing, tariffs, and what policies are needed outside of Washington to help workers keep their jobs.

One year in: Poll reveals how Americans feel about Trump's return to White House

As President Donald Trump marks a full year of his second term, his approval ratings are shifting. From the economy to foreign policy, a new poll reveals what’s driving public opinion on his performance.

Madison Sheahan, ICE's deputy director, resigns to run for Congress

Madison Sheahan, the deputy director for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is leaving her role to run for Congress in Ohio. 

Slotkin confirms investigation after video to Troops
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Senator Elissa Slotkin confirms she and other Dem lawmakers are under investigation by the Trump admin following a video where they encouraged troops to not follow unlawful orders. 

Walz impeachment articles drafted by Minnesota House lawmakers

Arguing that “[taxpayers] are demanding accountability of their elected officials," Minnesota House Republicans are set to introduce articles of impeachment against Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.

Illinois congresswoman moves to impeach DHS Sec. Kristi Noem

An Illinois congresswoman accused DHS Sec. Noem of obstructing Congress and self-dealing in articles of impeachment.

UAW vows to fight for rights of Ford worker flipped off by President Donald Trump

A day after video showed President Donald Trump flipping off a Ford worker while visiting the Rouge complex in Dearborn, the UAW addressed what happened.

Washington Post reporter’s home searched by FBI in classified documents probe, newspaper says

FBI agents searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of taking home classified material, the newspaper reported.

Royal Oak agrees to $151K separation agreement with ousted city manager

Royal Oak’s ousted city manager is set to collect more than $150,000 after he was shown the door last month and many taxpayers aren’t too happy about it.

President Trump visits Metro Detroit
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President Trump tours the Ford Rouge Plant in Dearborn before speaking to the Detroit Economic Club. The Pulse breaks down and analyzes his visit with Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio, Troy Mayor Ethan Baker and Detroit City Council Member Mary Waters

Clintons refuse to comply with House Epstein subpoena for testimony

Former president Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton say they will refuse to comply with a congressional subpoena for them to testify in an investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

President Trump touts economy in campaign-style speech in Detroit

President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak to the Detroit Economic Club and visit Ford's Rouge complex in Dearborn during a Tuesday visit to Michigan.

Guardrails around the Trump Administration
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Oakland University political science chair Peter Trumbore sits down with FOX 2 to talk about the guardrails around the Trump Administration. Plus Sherry Gay Dagnogo and State Sen. Jim Runestad will discuss the latest on ICE Minneapolis situation.

Macomb County Clerk says non-citizens are summoned for jury duty at an alarming rate

Non-citizens are being summoned to serve on jury trials and Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini says this is happening at an alarming rate. Meanwhile, Forlini is also running for Secretary of State on the Republican ticket.