Deal reached to avoid government shutdown & Anthony Hudson on race for governor
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Democrats and The White House reach a deal to avoid a government shutdown, funding the Department of Homeland Security for now. Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio discusses the deal. Plus, Republican Anthony Hudson discusses his bid for governor

Protests across the country following two deadly ICE-involved shootings in Minneapolis
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Demonstrators are making their voices heard, expressing outrage following ICE shooting and killing two Minneapolis citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti. The Pulse hosts a roundtable discussion about these protests happening across the country.

Perry Johnson announces run for Governor of Michigan
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Businessman Perry Johnson announces a run for governor, entering a crowded Republican field. Johnson joins The Pulse to discuss his bid. Plus, a conversation about civility as the political discourse heats up once again following ICE shooting and killing Alex Pretti in Minnesota.

Fallout from ICE shooting & killing Minneapolis man
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Outrage is expressed by Americans after 37-year-old Alex Pretti is shot and killed by Immigration & Customs Enforcement officers in Minneapolis. The Pulse speaks with Retired Detroit Police Assistant Chief Steve Dolunt about use-of-force, as well as Political Commentator S.E. Cupp about the possible political fallout.

Back-and-forth between Vance & Frey over Minnesota ICE operations
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A back-and-forth ensues between Vice President JD Vance & Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over Immigration & Customs Enforcement's operations in Minnesota. The Pulse discusses the latest developments with Lori Goldman of Fems for Dems & Attorney & Conservative Advocate Terry Johnson. Plus, Jessica Dupnack separates fact from fiction when it comes to ICE in Metro Detroit

Federal agents detain child & ICE guidance on entering homes
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Federal officers detain a 5-year-old boy who a school official says was used as ‘bait’ in Minnesota, as new guidance tells ICE officers that they can force their way into homes without a warrant. Immigration Attorney Herman Dhade discusses these developments and what he's seeing in Metro Detroit

Putting Trump's push to take over Greenland in historical context
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President Trump backed down on his threats to slap tariffs on countries that don't back his push to take over Greenland, but said U.S. ownership of the island is still a goal. The Pulse speaks with Oakland University History Professor Nick DiPucchio to put this event in historical context.

Trump marks 1 year in office & Greenland takeover threats
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President Trump marks one year in office with a nearly two-hour press briefing, and his threats to take over Greenland dominated the conversation. What he said today, plus a debate over what a takeover would mean for the U.S. and the world

Trump ramps up Greenland rhetoric & fighting human trafficking
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President Trump ramps up his rhetoric in his push to take over Greenland, linking his stance to not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. Plus, how two state representatives in Michigan are pushing to reform human trafficking laws in the state.

Trump threatens tariffs in Greenland fight & talkin' tariffs
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President Trump threatens tariffs on countries who don't back the United States in an effort to take over Greenland. Plus, former auto supply chain executive & host of the Automotive Leaders Podcast Jan Griffiths talks all things tariffs

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

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. 

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

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.

What's next as anti ICE protests continue across the US
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Renee Nicole Good was shot and killed on Wednesday, January 7 in Minneapolis by an ICE agent. The shooting happened around 9:30 a.m. CT. Good died at a local hospital and Minnesota officials questioned the agent's actions in killing the woman.

Protests continue after ICE shoots & kills woman in Minneapolis
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It was a day of protests in Minneapolis and across the country a day after an Immigration & Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed Renee Good. The Pulse takes a closer look at use-of-force, and why Minnesota might not be able to charge the officer at the state level.

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ICE officer shoots & kills driver in Minneapolis
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Protests break out in Minneapolis after an Immigration & Customs Enforcement officer shoots and kills a driver amid a crackdown in the city. The Pulse takes a look at the video recorded by witnesses, and gets perspective from Former Detroit Police Chief Ralph Godbee

 Venezuela Strikes Fallout & Corporation for Public Broadcasting shuts down
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As lawmakers ask “what's next?” Following the military operation in Venezuela, The Pulse takes a closer look at the possible fallout with Democrat Mary Waters and Republican Jamie Roe. Plus, Detroit PBS CEO Rich Homberg weighs in on the Corporation for Public Broadcasting’s closure.