Trump?s Gaza double-down & dismantling the Department of Education
President Donald Trump doubles down on his comments that the United States will own Gaza. Plus, debating his push to dismantle the Department of Education.
President Donald Trump doubles down on his comments that the United States will own Gaza. Plus, debating his push to dismantle the Department of Education.
Swanson discusses race for governor
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson joins The Pulse to discuss entering the race for Governor of Michigan. Plus, State House Speaker Matt Hall discusses working with a divided government and his plan to fix the roads.
Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson joins The Pulse to discuss entering the race for Governor of Michigan. Plus, State House Speaker Matt Hall discusses working with a divided government and his plan to fix the roads.
DOGE questions answered
One of the most controversial parts of President Donald Trump?s second term is the department of Government Efficiency, headed by Elon Musk. The Pulse takes viewer questions to Oakland University political science professor Dave Dulio .
One of the most controversial parts of President Donald Trump?s second term is the department of Government Efficiency, headed by Elon Musk. The Pulse takes viewer questions to Oakland University political science professor Dave Dulio .
Trump's Gaza takeover proposal & Michigan budget proposal by the numbers
President Donald Trump proposes the U.S. take over Gaza, expelling Palestinians from the region. See reaction to this proposal from a Jewish and Palestinian American. Plus, a breakdown of what's in Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's budget proposal.
President Donald Trump proposes the U.S. take over Gaza, expelling Palestinians from the region. See reaction to this proposal from a Jewish and Palestinian American. Plus, a breakdown of what's in Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's budget proposal.
Trump's efforts to dismantle government departments
Multiple reports say President Donald Trump's administration is preparing an executive order to begin the process of dismantling the Department of Education. That's as they move to shutter USAID. The Pulse discusses the impact these moves could have.
Multiple reports say President Donald Trump's administration is preparing an executive order to begin the process of dismantling the Department of Education. That's as they move to shutter USAID. The Pulse discusses the impact these moves could have.
Trump tariff drama
President Donald Trump pauses tariffs on Canada and Mexico after both countries pledge to boost border security. The Pulse breaks down the impact tariffs could have on the auto industry if they take effect, plus the impact to the U.S. as a whole.
President Donald Trump pauses tariffs on Canada and Mexico after both countries pledge to boost border security. The Pulse breaks down the impact tariffs could have on the auto industry if they take effect, plus the impact to the U.S. as a whole.
Trump administration targets transgender protections
The Trump administration targets several protections for transgender people and the LGBTQ+ community. An advocate discusses the impact these actions could have.
The Trump administration targets several protections for transgender people and the LGBTQ+ community. An advocate discusses the impact these actions could have.
Deadly DC plane crash: Reactions to Trump blaming Biden's administration
The latest on the investigation into a deadly mid-air collision between a jetliner and an army helicopter. Plus, reaction to President Donald Trump blaming Joe Biden's administration for the crash.
The latest on the investigation into a deadly mid-air collision between a jetliner and an army helicopter. Plus, reaction to President Donald Trump blaming Joe Biden's administration for the crash.
Federal grant freeze rescinded & spotting fake news
President Donald Trump rescinds the order freezing federal grants and loans after widespread confusion and backlash. Plus, how to spot fake news after Meta dropped some of its fact checking features.
President Donald Trump rescinds the order freezing federal grants and loans after widespread confusion and backlash. Plus, how to spot fake news after Meta dropped some of its fact checking features.
Sen. Gary Peters not seeking re-election - Who may replace him
Reaction to Sen. Gary Peters' announcement that he's not seeking reelection, plus speculation about who could run to replace him.
Reaction to Sen. Gary Peters' announcement that he's not seeking reelection, plus speculation about who could run to replace him.
ICE raids ramp up in Michigan, around US
We sit down with a conservative lawyer and Osama Siblani with the Arab American News for their perspective on ICE raids. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson also joins the show to weigh in on the raids and discuss the IGNITE program at his jail.
We sit down with a conservative lawyer and Osama Siblani with the Arab American News for their perspective on ICE raids. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson also joins the show to weigh in on the raids and discuss the IGNITE program at his jail.
Saunteel Jenkins running for Detroit mayor & inside Trump's AI plans
Former Detroit City Council President Saunteel Jenkins discusses her candidacy for mayor of Detroit. Plus, an expert weighs in on President Donald Trump?s massive AI investment.
Former Detroit City Council President Saunteel Jenkins discusses her candidacy for mayor of Detroit. Plus, an expert weighs in on President Donald Trump?s massive AI investment.
Jocelyn Benson announces run for governor
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announces her candidacy for Michigan governor in 2026. She went one-on-one with The Pulse host Roop Raj about her plans for Michigan and message for voters.
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announces her candidacy for Michigan governor in 2026. She went one-on-one with The Pulse host Roop Raj about her plans for Michigan and message for voters.
President Trump's first full day: a flurry of action
Another busy day on President Trump's first full day in office. From sweeping pardons to a flurry of executive orders, Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio, Republican Strategist Jason Cabel Roe and Former Democratic State Representative Sherry Gay-Dagnogo unpack it all
Another busy day on President Trump's first full day in office. From sweeping pardons to a flurry of executive orders, Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio, Republican Strategist Jason Cabel Roe and Former Democratic State Representative Sherry Gay-Dagnogo unpack it all
The Inauguration of Donald Trump
President Donald Trump lays out his priorities and signs several executive orders his first day in office. Metro Detroit lawmakers, as well as Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio, weigh in on the start of his second term.
President Donald Trump lays out his priorities and signs several executive orders his first day in office. Metro Detroit lawmakers, as well as Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio, weigh in on the start of his second term.
TikTok on the clock & Red Dye No. 3 ban
The U.S. Supreme Court upholds a law that would force the sale or a ban of TikTok in the U.S., but there's a catch when it comes to enforcing the law. Plus, a doctor reacts to the FDA banning Red Dye #3, and the changes extremely cold temperatures forced at the Inauguration.
The U.S. Supreme Court upholds a law that would force the sale or a ban of TikTok in the U.S., but there's a catch when it comes to enforcing the law. Plus, a doctor reacts to the FDA banning Red Dye #3, and the changes extremely cold temperatures forced at the Inauguration.
Aric Nesbitt discusses race for Michigan governor
State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt joins The Pulse to discuss entering the race for governor. His message to Michiganders and the changes he?d like to see made in the state.
State Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt joins The Pulse to discuss entering the race for governor. His message to Michiganders and the changes he?d like to see made in the state.
Gaza ceasefire deal & LA wildfire updates
Reactions to a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, plus a look at how crews in California are helping animals displaced by wildfires.
Reactions to a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, plus a look at how crews in California are helping animals displaced by wildfires.
The race for Michigan governor & future of Biden's policies
A Michigan republican officially joins the race for governor in 2026. Plus, the former director of Black media for the White House discusses the future of President Joe Biden?s policies with State Sen. Jim Runestad.
A Michigan republican officially joins the race for governor in 2026. Plus, the former director of Black media for the White House discusses the future of President Joe Biden?s policies with State Sen. Jim Runestad.
Tariff impact on car industry & state lawmakers taking the most freebies
Taking a look at the impact tariffs and President-elect Donald Trump?s plans for electric vehicles could have on the auto industry. Plus, a group of student journalists reveal the ?top takers? when it comes to freebies from lobbyists among Michigan lawmakers.
Taking a look at the impact tariffs and President-elect Donald Trump?s plans for electric vehicles could have on the auto industry. Plus, a group of student journalists reveal the ?top takers? when it comes to freebies from lobbyists among Michigan lawmakers.