Roop Raj
Hi there, I am the evening anchor and host of Let it Rip on FOX 2 News.
My career started at age 14 when I produced and hosted my own television program in Troy, Mich. In my first two years at Michigan State University, I was on the air at the CBS & ABC stations in Lansing, Mich.
I was then hired to anchor the news in Flint, Mich. where I did news and weather for four years. That was followed by seven years at NBC in New Orleans. After 24 hurricanes including Katrina, I moved to Detroit in ‘09 where an economic storm was brewing. I am an ardent believer in the city’s future.
FOX 2 led the way during the 2020 elections, bringing you more exclusives than any other station in town. I was proud to have nailed down three exclusive, one on one interviews with then candidate Joe Biden. I also secured three, one on one exclusives with former President Trump. My final interview landed me in the Rose Garden with a one on one with Trump for 15 minutes at the White House. Election Day was exciting. After getting access to candidate Kamala Harris in Detroit, I decided to call the White House and ask if former VP Pence would be game for a phone interview. He called my cell phone minutes later, capping off an extraordinary political season.
I believe getting exclusives is about building relationships with people. I am committed to continuing this connection with our community so that we can bring you stories you won’t see anywhere else.
I am also a public speaking coach and keynote speaker. At TEDxDetroit In 2019, I headlined with my talk highlighting the gifts of rejection.
I live with my wife, Julie, and our boxer pup Louise. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, traveling and reading. I hate wearing winter caps but I love a good baseball cap on the weekends as we hack around parks throughout the area.
My parents live down the road and I am so happy they are able to watch me on TV every night. There’s nothing like coming home.
The latest from Roop Raj
Exclusive: Donald Trump's claims on abortions, Biden policies, China
Our Donald Trump exclusive interview included a range of topics -- where he made claims about abortions, Biden policies, and how China will take union jobs.
Donald Trump interview: Israel-Gaza conflict, EVs, and his Venezuela claims
Donald Trump granted an exclusive interview with FOX 2. Here's a sneak peek at the intriguing conversation before the full interview airs on Let it Rip this Thursday!
Secretary of State Benson talks Homeland Security partnership for safe, secure Election Day
Jocelyn Benson says that Wednesday marked the beginning of tabletop exercises to help prepare for every possible threat.
State of the Union 2024: Roop Raj has preview from Washington DC
At the White House Summit key speech points President Joe Biden will be focusing on, were divulged.
State of the Union 2024: Roop Raj speaks with Michigan leaders ahead of address
FOX 2's Roop Raj is in Washington DC a day before the State of the Union where he'll be speaking with our nation's leaders about the issues that matter to Detroit voters.
James Craig suspends campaign for U.S. Senate, mulls race for Detroit mayor
The former candidate for governor who previously served as the chief of the Detroit Police Department said his decision to suspend his campaign was a “business decision only."
Detroit Auto Show returning to January time slot in 2025
The Detroit auto show moved to a summer date in 2020 before it was canceled because of the Covid pandemic. It was only held in September for two years.
Michigan Republican Chair Karamo says she has party's support as leaders discuss ouster
A majority of party leaders support removing Kristina Karamo as party leader. However, Karamo says they haven't followed the bylaws for ousting her.
Arab American News publisher: Hamas is a result of oppression of Palestine
"Every time you have a problem that is not addressed properly, organizations, or individuals come in with radical solutions," Siblani said.
James Craig confirms he is running for US Senate for Debbie Stabenow's seat
"I swore an oath to Protect and Serve the people of Michigan. That promise didn't come with an expiration date," he posted.