Saeed Khan, Wayne State University Professor, on Israel-Gaza war
United States military officials said strikes hit 85 targets late Friday in seven locations throughout Syria and Iraq in retaliation for a drone strike in Jordan in late January that killed three U.S. service members and wounded dozens. On Saturday, 36 Houthi sites in Yemen were said to be struck, in operation with Britain. Wayne State Professor Saeed Khan and FOX 2's Hilary Golston spoke about it.
Is a recession coming or not?
Inflation has been falling except for a slight uptick in December. Unemployment is low, and Fed chair Jerome Powell indicated it could almost be time for a pivot.
Former chair of the Oakland County GOP talks about the impending Iowa caucuses
The former chair of the Oakland County GOP, Rocky Raczkowski, talks about the impending Iowa caucuses. The momentum a candidate gains at the start - can be tremendous in a presidential run.
Dr. Patricia Crouse, Political science professor, on Trump ballot case
It's been described as one of the biggest cases the Supreme Court could take up. Evaluating whether former President Donald Trump should be on the ballot. In the interview, we're talking about the constitutional basis for the case.
Kenneth Gray, foreign counter-intelligence expert, on Houthi rebel attack drones over Red Sea
Houthi rebels in Yemen have launched a series of attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, one of the world’s busiest shipping routes, and have launched drones and missiles targeting Israel, as the Israel-Hamas war threatens to spread.
WSU professor Howard Lupovitch on massive civilian casualties in Gaz a strip
The war between Israel and Hamas has spurred discussions about tactics in the face of massive civilian casualties in the Gaza strip. WSU professor Howard Lupovitch speaks to FOX 2's Hilary Golston on the topic.
WSU professor Howard Lupovitch on Israel-Hamas
Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in the occupied West Bank on Sunday. FOX 2's Hilary Golston spoke with Howard Lupovitch, a history professor at Wayne State, about the implications.
What do the UAW agreements mean for the future
In the interview, we asked Wayne State labor expert Marick Masters what the holdup might be between the UAW and GM. He thinks retirement security could be an issue or coverage of joint ventures under the national master agreement.
Auto analyst speaks on UAW strike
UAW president Shawn Fain is taking heat for his position that there's "more to be won" in contract negations with Detroit automakers despite record offers from all three. An automotive analyst you've seen on our air many times is among those--- saying take the deal.
Rep. Haley Stevens talks about the Hamas attack on Israel
The Israeli government formally declared war Sunday and gave the green light for "significant military steps" to retaliate against Hamas for its surprise attack from the Gaza Strip, portending greater fighting ahead as the toll from the conflict passed 900 dead and thousands wounded on both sides.
WSU professor Dr. Marick Master on UAW negotiations
UAW's president Shawn Fain has signaled the key issues are still being worked out and the union and the companies are still far apart. Fain says close to 80 percent of what the union wants hasn't even been in the counter-proposals the companies are putting forward. Marick Masters, a labor expert at Wayne State, says the big three are struggling to catch up on electrification.
Recession looming with the deficit's growth?
Dr. Michael Greiner, an economy expert at Oakland University, says there are signs people will have less disposable income. The most interesting takeaway for him from the aforementioned survey is people who earn 100,000 or more are really feeling it - while people earning 50,000 or less are more optimistic.
Detroit police commissioner asks feds to probe Detroit police and board
A member of the Board of Police Commissioners in Detroit levied major accusations of corruption against both the department and his own members Friday, asking the U.S. Attorney that the two be investigated. FOX 2's Hilary Golston spoke to Ricardo Moore to see what will happen next.
Russia expert Aaron Retish on drone strikes
You have to take the drone attacks in aggregate. That's what Russia expert Aaron Retish from Wayne State University explains. The devastation is less in lives and physical destruction but more on the mirage that public sentiment is with the Kremlin.
Debbie Dingell: “I have continuing questions” about Dingell VA Medical Center
A recent audit of the John Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit has revealed the facility has had issues for years — and Debbie Dingell says the center will be under an even hotter spotlight in the coming months.
Study: Michigan ranked top 10 state for business
Michigan is ranked a top 10 state for business according to a recent CNBC study. Job growth, advanced manufacturing, cost of living, and doing business are key factors in the rankings. Dr. Michael Greiner, an economy expert from Oakland University, has used the data from this annual study in his work. Greiner tells FOX 2's Hilary Golston the survey is very heavily weighted toward the human capital in a state.
How a UPS strike could threaten the supply chain
The U.S. supply chain is still recovering from the peak of the COVID-19 issues but a UPS driver's strike could have massive implications on how it will continue to rebound.
The Interview: More interest rate hikes could be coming, local economist breaks it down
Oakland University economist Dr. Michael Greiner talks with FOX 2's Hilary Golston about what central banks across the globe can and can’t do to wrangle inflation, as Fed Chair Jerome Powell promises not to pivot anytime soon.
Why a Russian coup nearly happened
Last weekend, a near insurrection in Russia almost flipped the Ukraine invasion. But a deal shortly after the near coup started put an end to the uprising. Wayne State Professor Aaron Retish explained the reasoning behind the rising up.
Expert: 'Failed Russian Coup is really mutiny'
Aaron Retish a specialist in late Imperial and Soviet history tells Fox 2's Hilary Golston the failed coup by Yevgeny Prigozhin and his Wagner Group amounts to mutiny. Prigozhin has been exiled to Belarus as part of a deal to achieve something of a peaceful resolution.