Whitmer’s final State of the State & Trump lashes out at Tlaib
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Governor Whitmer delivers her final State of the State address, and lays out her priorities for 2026. Plus, President Trump lashes out at Congresswomen Rashida Tlaib & Ilhan Omar, and Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum discusses her bid for Secretary of State

Trump's State of the Union: Officials react to longest-ever address
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The U.S. president broke the record for the longest-ever State of the Union address on Tuesday. What do officials think of Donald Trump's speech?

What to expect at Trump's 2026 State of the Union
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As President Trump prepares to deliver his 2026 State of the Union, The Pulse is looking ahead at what he could say. Anchor Roop Raj speaks with various lawmakers, as well as Democrat Lori Goldman and Republican Jason Cabel Roe about what to expect.

Previewing Trump's State of the Union in DC
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The Pulse goes on the road to preview President Trump's State of the Union live from Washington, D.C. Roop Raj hosts from the White House, talking with Republican Rocky Raczkowski, Democrat Mary Waters and Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio about what to expect.

Discussing the possible fallout from Supreme Court's tariff ruling
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The Supreme Court deals a blow to President Trump's economic agenda, announcing his sweeping tariffs are unconstitutional. Former Auto Supply Chain Executive Jan Griffiths & Oakland University Associate Professor of Management Michael Greiner discuss the possible fallout.

Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
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Former Prince Andrew was arrested and held for more than 11 hours on suspicion of misconduct in office, related to his links to Jeffrey Epstein. The Pulse speaks with former State Representative Leslie Love and Troy Mayor Ethan Baker about the possible fallout.

History shows anxiety over Epstein files is nothing new
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As Americans demand answers about who knew what, and when, with the Jeffrey Epstein case, an Oakland University History Professor says this anxiety is nothing new. Nick DiPucchio talks about how the powerful have been protected throughout history (edited)

Remembering Jesse Jackson & Rahm Emanuel on political climate
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Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson died Tuesday at 84. The Pulse speaks with Detroit Branch NAACP President Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony about his life & legacy. Plus, former White House Chief of Staff and former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel discusses the political climate and his political future

Leaders react to ICE detention center coming to Romulus
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A building in Romulus rumored to be a future ICE detention facility has now been confirmed to be the case, according to a Michigan state senator. That State Senator, Darrin Camilleri and the city's mayor, Robert McCraight speak exclusively to The Pulse with their reaction to the news.

Looking into the case of Nancy Guthrie & ICE winds down in Minnesota
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Tonight we will dig deeper into the search of Nancy Guthrie. This is a case bringing up all kinds of questions involving cyber security, AI and even cryptocurrency. Meanwhile Homeland Security is winding down the immigration crackdown in Minnesota, but what is this process like for those in danger of being deported. 

Are tariffs helping or hurting Americans & AI in the medical field
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Are tariffs actually helping or hurting the economy? A financial expert has the answers. AI is transforming medical care in big ways, with the FDA approving over 1,400 AI medical devices, but it’s not all good news.

Oakland County sheriff talks search for Nancy Guthrie
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Sheriff Mike Bouchard joined Roop Raj on the Pulse to talk about how police would approach searching for Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing for several days. 

AG Bondi testifies about Epstein files in heated hearing
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The U.S. Attorney General had several heated exchanges with lawmakers on Capital Hill over the DOJ's investigation into the Epstein files. Also on The Pulse, Trump's feuding with Canada continues.

Acting ICE head defends agency tactics on Capitol Hill
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The acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement defends the agency's tactics amid President Trump's immigration crackdown in a sometimes-heated hearing on Capitol Hill. Plus, Jeanette Schneider with RE/MAX of Southeastern Michigan discusses how AI Data Centers could impact property values.

Clock ticking to DHS funding deadline
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Lawmakers in Washington, D.C. face a Friday deadline to pass funding for the Department of Homeland Security, but there's no sign of Democrats and Republicans being near a compromise on possible changes to Immigration & Customs Enforcement. Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig weighs in on ICE when it comes to training and community relations.

Racist video posted, then deleted from Trump's social media
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A racist video depicting the Obamas as primates is posted to President Trump's Truth Social account. While the White House initially brushed off criticism, it was eventually deleted following pushback from Republicans and Democrats. Detroit Chapter NAACP President Rev. Wendell Anthony, as well as Detroit City Council Member Mary Waters, Detroit News Columnist Kaitlyn Buss and Kerry Jackson, "The Urban Conservative" weigh in (edited)

Discussing the future of the Democratic & Republican parties
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As we approach a key midterm election, questions are swirling about the future of both political parties. Democrat Leslie Love and Republican Aaron Tobin weigh in

Former Michigan governors discuss civility & intersection of politics and music
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Former Governors of Michigan Jim Blanchard, John Engler, Jennifer Granholm and Rick Snyder reflect on how American discourse became so heated, and how we can return to civility. Plus, Music Journalist Gary Graff discusses the intersection of Politics and Music

Trump signs bill to end Partial Government Shutdown
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President Trump signs a bill to end the partial government shutdown, but the battle over changes to Immigrations and Customs Enforcement is only beginning. Conservative commentator Jamie Roe and Democratic State Representative Kelly Breen weigh in

Clintons agree to testify in Epstein investigation & partial government shutdown
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Former President Bill Clinton and Former First Lady, Senator and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton agree to testify before the House Oversight Committee amid a contempt of congress threat. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and Former State House Majority Leader Rocky Raczkowski discuss that, as well as the partial government shutdown.