White House East Wing demolition & run to Election Day

The White House East Wing is coming down, as questions about whether President Trump is allowed to tear it down swirl. Plus, discussing how both Detroit mayoral campaigns should approach the final days leading up to election day.

Impact of the government shutdown & student loan forgiveness about-face

The government shutdown enters its fourth week. The Pulse takes a closer look on the impact it?s having, from federal workers to the economy, and it?s possible impact on the midterms. Plus, who could be impacted by the Trump administration agreeing to deliver more student loan forgiveness

No Kings Rallies & Impact of Detroit mayoral race outside the city

No Kings Rallies are taking place October 18 in Metro Detroit and across the country. The Pulse takes a closer look at the message organizers want to send and how these rallies compare with other demonstrations in the nation?s history. Plus, how the Detroit mayoral race impacts not just the city, but also the state and country.

California military demonstration & a conversation about civility

As authorities in California prepare for "No Kings" demonstrations, a new wrinkle has been added: A military exercise at Camp Pendleton, which could include a live fire amphibious assault capabilities demonstration involving missiles. The Pulse breaks down what's happening this weekend. Plus, a conversation about civility after racist texts from a Young Republicans group text come to light.

Spotting AI deepfakes & impact of endorsements

A fake video of tanks crossing the bridge to Belle Isle sparks another conversation about AI deepfakes. Awecomm CEO Brent Yax and Social Media Expert Ethan Lloyd with how you can spot what's real, and what's not. Plus, Detroit News Columnist Karen Dumas with the impact endorsements could have on the Detroit Mayoral Race.

Nessel & Gilchrist argument & Pentagon press pushback

Attorney General Dana Nessel takes exception to Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist?s claim that the Democratic Party has too many lawyers. Plus, discussing the restrictions the Pentagon wants to put on media covering the Defense Department inside the building

Israel-Hamas peace deal & government shutdown continues

All 20 living Israeli hostages and 1,900 Palestinian prisoners are free, as part of a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Oakland University Political Science Chair Peter Trumbore discusses the political impact of the deal. Plus Republican Congressman Tim Walberg and Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell discuss where things stand with the government shutdown

Latest National Guard developments in Chicago & Gov. shutdown discussion

Financial planner Bob Ingram was in to discuss the government shutdown, and what federal workers should do now that they're missing a paycheck. Auto expert Jan Griffiths was in to discuss President Trump's latest tariff threat, and why tariffs are hurting America's standing on the global stage.

Two years since October 7 attack in Israel

Tuesday marks two years since Hamas militants stormed southern Israel, killing 1,200 people and sparking a years-long war that?s killed 67,000 Palestinians in Gaza. The Pulse talks with Dr. Yusef Shakur of the Michigan Roundtable for Just Communities about how we can all come together.

Chicago National Guard fight & shutdown blame game continues

Illinois and Chicago are gearing up for a fight as President Trump announces the National Guard will be deployed into the Windy City. Plus, the President says he?s open to a deal with democrats on Affordable Care Act subsidies. What Congresswoman Haley Stevens says can be done to end the stalemate.

Shutdown showdown & Proposed Michigan cannabis tax hike

The partial government shutdown continues with no deal in sight. The Pulse takes a closer look at what's impacted by the impasse. Plus, discussing how a proposed 24% tax hike for wholesale cannabis in Michigan could impact the industry.

Countdown to a partial government shutdown

Budget battles rage at the state and federal levels. The Pulse takes a closer look at the impact government shutdowns would have, plus Congresswoman Debbie Dingell on where talks stand.

The Pulse Special: Grand Blanc Township church attack

Community members are mourning after a gunman rams into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Grand Blanc Township. The Pulse speaks with law enforcement about how the investigation could play out and how churches can secure themselves. Plus, how a clinical psychologist says we can speak with our children about the tragedy.

Comey reacts to charges & DC & Lansing budget battles

Former FBI Director James Comey reacts to the Justice Department charging him with lying to Congress and obstruction. Former U.S. Attorney Matthew Schneider weighs in. Plus, discussing the budget battles happening in Lansing and Washington with Congressman Tim Walberg and State Representative Noah Arbit