Over 2 dozen states reject Live Nation settlement, say it fails consumers

More than two dozen states, along with the District of Columbia, have rejected the Department of Justice's proposed settlement with Live Nation, the company that owns Ticketmaster.

Iran war impact on stock market & retirement accounts
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As the Iran war rages on, Retired Brigadier General Michael McDaniel weighs in on the conflict. Plus, financial expert Michael Masserant with how the war is impacting the stock market and people's 401K retirement accounts.

Recent polls reveal what Americans think about war in Iran

New polling offers a revealing snapshot of how Americans are reacting to the war in Iran and the latest U.S. military moves overseas.

Here are the most federally dependent states in 2026, data suggests

From disaster recovery to local school funding, a new analysis reveals which states are the most reliant on federal resources. See where your state ranks.

SAVE America Act: Trump pushing to add ban on mail ballots

President Trump is pushing to add a ban on mail ballots to the SAVE America Act. Here’s what to know about the voting bill.

DOJ says JD Vance comments on Medicaid funding 'have no weight'

Federal attorneys are downplaying VP JD Vance’s comments on Medicaid funding as Minnesota fights to block the Trump administration's announced pause. Read more here.

Trump's threats over 'SAVE America Act'
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President Trump threatens to not sign legislation until the "SAVE America Act," which would require proof-of-citizenship and photo ID for voting. The Pulse gives numbers showing how rare voter fraud actually is. Plus, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell and former State House Majority Leader Rocky Raczkowski discuss the latest in the war in Iran.

Alexander Butterfield, Nixon aide who revealed Watergate tapes, dies at 99

Alexander Butterfield, a former White House aide who exposed the recordings that revealed the Watergate scandal, has died. He was 99 years old.

Sen. Cory Booker proposes ‘Keep Your Pay Act,’ eliminating federal income tax on first $75,000

Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., facing a re-election campaign in 2026, announced a new tax-cut bill, the Keep Your Pay Act, that would eliminate federal income taxes on the first $75,000 of income for most households and expand key tax credits for working families.

Federal judge rules Kari Lake lacked authority over Voice of America layoffs

A federal judge ruled Saturday that Kari Lake, President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the U.S. Agency for Global Media, lacked the legal authority to take actions that largely dismantled Voice of America.

US military: Is there a draft in 2026?

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a measure to automatically register men for the Selective Service, updating requirements for the first time in decades.

Israel Consul General weighs in on combat in Iran
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As the fighting in Iran nears a week, The Pulse is getting perspective from Israel's Consul General to the Midwest. Plus, former Auto Supply Chain Executive Jan Griffiths discusses the latest headlines involving President Trump's tariffs

DOJ releases more Epstein files accusing Trump of sexual assault

The Department of Justice has released a series of FBI interviews with a woman who claims President Donald Trump sexually and physically assaulted her when she was between 13 and 15 years old.

Kristi Noem fired as Secretary of Homeland Security
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Embattled Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem is fired amid criticism of her leadership. The Pulse takes a look at the position President Trump is reassigning her to, as well as who he nominated to replace her.

Detroit mom charged with safe storage violations, child abuse after daughter's accidental death

The mother of a 6-year-old killed by accidental gunfire after one of her children obtained the woman's firearm and shot another in the head made her first appearance in court on Thursday.

House rejects Iran war powers resolution

The U.S. House has narrowly rejected a war powers resolution that would have stopped President Trump from further attacks on Iran without congressional approval.

RFK Jr faces pushback after questioning safety of Dunkin’, Starbucks sugary drinks

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited backlash online after questioning whether high-sugar iced coffee drinks sold at Dunkin’ and Starbucks are safe.