GOP debate winners and losers plus flooding in Metro Detroit
On this week’s Let it Rip, we talk about the GOP debate — who won and who lost? Plus the seemingly endless rain in Metro Detroit — what can be done?
Trump hit with 4th indictment in Georgia - are there 2 systems of justice?
Former President Donald Trump and 18 allies are hit with the most serious charges yet for claims of election meddling nearly three years ago. Is this another case of the Deep State targeting Trump to take him off the board for 2024?
More political 'law-fare' by Biden's DOJ, or Trump's past catching up to him?
In part one the panel discusses the latest indictment of former President Donald Trump, this time claiming he was trying to overturn the 2020 election. In part two, we'll look at the newest state budget and if Gov. Whitmer's administration is spending enough on roads.
Let It Rip Special: Former President Donald Trump indicted for third time
Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump was indicted for a third time - this coming with claims he tried to undo 2020 election results. How does this impact the 2024 presidential race - and the country? Our panel breaks it down.
Hunter Biden plea agreement falls apart, more Trump document charges
In part one we cover the UAW negotiations with the Big 3, while part two looks at the IRS trouble for Hunter Biden and whether it will blow back on President Biden. Also, new document charges have been filed against former President Donald Trump amid the current legal barrage targeting him.
Fake Trump electors charged; Detroit's bankruptcy
16 conservatives were charged in a fake elector scheme from the 2020 election. What's the details of the allegations? Plus, city leaders discuss whether Detroit is better off 10 years after its bankruptcy
Suspect in kidnap, murder could face death penalty; Trump court date debate
Rashad Trice, accused in the murder of 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith, could face the death penalty under federal law. Former President Donald Trump's legal team is trying to get his document case moved until after the 2024 election.
Ethnic intimidation bill stirs debate in Michigan; A new way to count votes
Discussions over a bill in the state legislature dealing with ethnic intimidation as well as efforts to reform how we count votes during elections.
US Supreme Court ends affirmative action in colleges; Canadian wildfire smoke
In part 1, our panel examines the SCOTUS decision on affirmative action and if it will impact the need for diversity in college admissions. For part 2, we'll examine the impact of the wildfire smoke on our environment and if it is connected to climate change.
Police Chief Special: Metro Detroit crime and possible solutions
Three Metro Detroit police chiefs from Dearborn, Detroit and Southfield talk about gun violence, the auto theft task force, and ways to curb crime that takes all of us.
Mending cultural divide in Detroit gas station incidents; Trump arraigned
A rise in incidents between Arab Americans and African-Americans in gas station shootings have some wondering what needs to be done to mend the divide. Former President Donald Trump appears in court amid claims of political persecution over alleged document mishandling.
Trump indicted over document mishandling; Mike Duggan for governor?
Former President Donald Trump has been indicted a second time, with this instance coming at the federal level over dubious claims of document mishandling. Insiders are speculating Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan could run for governor - could he win - and who would replace him?
Can we afford to forgive student loans; Ron DeSantis enters the race
Student loan forgiveness is again being examined, but would it be fair, equitable or even constitutional - to pay some of it off? In the second segment, we look at whether Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis can beat former President Donald Trump for the 2024 GOP nomination.
Can new state red flag laws curb gun violence?
Legal gun owners are again becoming the targets of knee-jerk, emotional legislation argue some, while others think it is a common-sense solution to help prevent tragedy. On the first panel: Chad King Black Bottom Gun Club, Congresswoman Haley Stevens (D-Michigan), Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit, and Brenden Boudreau, National Association for Gun Rights. Part 2: Macomb County Prosecutor Pete Lucido, Bishop Bonnie Perry, Episcopal Diocese of Michigan.
Troy district honors math controversy; Mexico border crisis
The Troy school board has voted to eliminate the honors track for Math in favor of a single track for all students - and some parents are livid. In part 2, we discuss the end of Title 42 and the impact on border crossings amid the current migrant influx.
Evaluating Oxford schools safety report; is AI going too far?
On this edition of Let It Rip, the panel discusses the newly released report that evaluates safety changes at Oxford schools. Plus, AI can write and even emulate voices. Has it gone too far?
The debate over gender-changing surgery for kids; the Big 3's electric gamble
Some states have passed bills regarding sex-change surgeries for minors, but others are moving to block them. What could be in store for Michigan? In Part 2 we discuss the electric vehicle debate and whether the Big 3 and the industry are ready to make the plunge.
Biden announces re-election bid; Lions sports betting suspensions
A political potpourri with Detroit City Councilman Coleman Young Jr. and Macomb County Pete Lucido in part 1 and Braylon Edwards joins us in the second segment to talk Lions and sports gambling.
Solutions for curbing downtown Detroit shootings; the gun-free zone debate
Our first panel looks at the causes and what can be done as downtown Detroit - specifically Greektown was left reeling from a violent weekend. In part two, we look at one Detroit councilwoman's gun-free zone idea.
Texas abortion pill restrictions; gun safety bills signed into law
In part one we discuss the restrictions on the abortion pill mifepristone while in part two we discuss if shootings in Detroit will be curbed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's new gun reform bills she signed into law Thursday.