Candidates for Senate and Governor take debate stage
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The Pulse goes on the road to Grand Rapids where the candidates for United States Senate and Governor of Michigan take the debate stage. Roop Raj speaks with his all-star panel about the differences between West Michigan versus Metro Detroit from a political standpoint, as well as how Jocelyn Benson, John James, Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers can separate themselves in the sprint to Election Day

Questions surrounding Freedom Fuel & Iran war rages on
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Freedom Fuel is promoted by President Trump and touts cheaper fuel, but there are several big questions surrounding it. Oakland University Associate Professor of Management takes a closer look. Plus, Retired Naval Intelligence Commander Dr. Paul Chabot discusses the latest involving the war in Iran.

Key takeaways from Michigan Governor Debate
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FOX 2 was in Grand Rapids covering the Governor Debate between John James and Jocelyn Benson.

Michigan governor debate: Both candidates enter the spin room
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Jocelyn Benson and John James took the stage tonight in Grand Rapids to debate on who should be the next Governor of Michigan.

Post debate reaction room: Jocelyn Benson speaks to press
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After her debate with John James for the Governor's Mansion, Jocelyn Benson spoke to the room giving his thoughts on tonight's discussion.

Post debate reaction room: John James speaks to press
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After his debate with Jocelyn Benson for the Governor's Mansion, John James spoke to the room giving his thoughts on tonight's discussion.

Michigan Governor debate: Reaction and analysis
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Jocelyn Benson and John James took the stage tonight in Grand Rapids to debate on who should be the next Governor of Michigan. 

Michigan Senate, governor debates happening this week

We’ll have special coverage this week on “The Pulse" for the big debates happening in Michigan. The gubernatorial debate is Tuesday, and the Senate debate on Thursday.

Fact-checking claims about Larry Nassar & discussing the race for Senate
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No, serial sex abuser and disgraced doctor Larry Nassar is not getting off Michigan's sex offender registry. Pulse Anchor Roop Raj and FOX 2 Legal Analyst Charlie Langton discuss what really happened, and why Nassar was never on the registry to begin with. Plus, with the candidates for Senate and Governor are taking the stage in Grand Rapids, our all-star panel breaks down what to expect.

How effective are political advertisements?
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With just over a month to go until Election Day, campaign advertisements are flooding the airwaves, but with a new twist: The White House releases taxpayer-funded commercials it claims are PSAs. Former Democratic State Representative Leslie Love and Republican Strategist Jason Roe weigh in. Plus AI Expert Joe Tavares discusses the takeaways from President Trump's tech summit.

Calls grow for E-Moto legislation & death penalty debate reignited
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Calls have grown louder for the state legislature to regulate E-Motos and E-Bikes. Attorney Mike Morse discusses what he'd like to see done. Plus, after the failed execution of Christa Pike in Tennessee, the debate over the death penalty has been reignited. Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Anthony Oraha discusses the story from a medical perspective.

How candidates can court independent voters & inside the 'Protect College Sports Act'
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With nearly a month to go until election day, a former State Senate Majority Leader says neither side are doing enough to court independent voters. Randy Richardville discusses what needs to be done. Plus, FOX 2 Sports Anchor Woody Woodriffe joins Pulse anchor Roop Raj to discuss the "Protect College Sports Act."

How the 'Money Out of Politics' ballot initiative would work if passed
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The senate and gubernatorial races are getting most of the attention, but there's a ballot initiative voters will decide on in November. Eric Lupher with the Citizens Research Council of Michigan discusses how the initiative aiming to get money out of politics would work if passed. Plus, AI Expert John Patterson discusses the technology's role in the 2026 vote.

Controversy surround Trump Administration ad campaign
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The Trump Administration embarks on an ad campaign, with disclaimers that the ads were paid for by the U.S. Government appearing at the end of commercials. They claim the ads are public service announcements. Cooley Law School Constitutional Law Professor Emeritus Michael McDaniel weighs in. Plus, former State Senators Tonya Schuitmaker and Rebekah Warren discuss how they're working to educate young voters ahead of the midterms. 

SCOTUS allows Trump Administration to use controversial voter database
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The Supreme Court allows the Trump Administration to use a controversial voter eligibility database, at least for now. Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum discusses what this means for the November election in Michigan. Plus, Jocelyn Boryczka, University of Detroit Mercy Dean of College of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences discusses the races for Senate and Governor.

Healthcare a key issue in Senate race & Mort Crim discusses civility
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As the race for Senate between Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers heats up, healthcare is playing a key role in the race. Oakland University Political Science Chair Dr. Peter Trumbore discusses how both candidates are playing the issue. Plus, Journalist and Author Mort Crim discusses how we can return to civility in our discourse.

What to expect 46 days until the midterms?
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On this episode we look at the issues voters are focused on as the midterms approach.

Calls grow for lawmakers to regulate E-Motos & E-Bikes
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After two teenagers were hurt in a crash while riding on E-Motos, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald is calling on state lawmakers to regulate the vehicles. Plus, with 41 days until Election Day, North Oakland Republican Club President Matt Marko and Former Detroit Federation of Teachers President Keith Johnson discuss the race for Senate between Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers

Key issues ahead of 2026 Midterm Elections
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With 42 days until the 2026 Midterm Elections, kitchen table issues are driving the discussion. Former Democratic State Representative Leslie Love, Hunter Lovell with the Republican National Committee and Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio discuss the issues candidates will have to address.

News outlets sue over denied White House access
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CNN, MSNow and Politico were denied White House access. They are now suing the Trump Administration.