Biden visits Amazon, pledges climate action as Trump prepares to reverse policies
Joe Biden toured the shrinking waters of the Rio Negro as the first sitting American president to set foot in the Amazon rainforest.
Trump's cabinet picks and key appointments so far, and those still in the running
With the president-elect adding more cabinet members to his administration, here’s a look at the spots he still needs to fill and who are candidates for those roles.
Trump's cabinet picks: Who's been nominated so far and what's still open?
President-elect Donald Trump has kept Washington on its toes this week with a rapid-fire of Cabinet nominations, some of whom have raised more than a few eyebrows.
Report: Mike Rogers may be nominated to lead FBI by Trump in next administration
Rogers is said to have met with President-elect Trump's transition team at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach Florida Thursday.
Former Detroit Lions player Antwione Williams charged in connection to Jan. 6 capitol riots
Court documents say Leander Antwione Williams, a former linebacker for the Detroit Lions, was charged for his involvement in the US Capitol riots on Jan. 6.
Trump's cabinet nominations: Who's picked and what's still open?
The president-elect is adding nominees to his cabinet as he prepares for another stint in the White House. Here’s what you need to know.
Turkey, 'Aidan Cluckinson' pardoned by Gov. Whitmer before Thanksgiving
'Aidan Cluckinson' is the third turkey Governor Gretchen Whitmer has pardoned since taking office. Cluckinson joins the ranks of Dolly Pardon and Mitch E. Gander in the lineup of recent pardoned turkeys before Thanksgiving.
President-elect Trump's cabinet picks raise eyebrows, sparking debates
From outsiders to former TV personalities, Donald Trump's next presidential cabinet is making waves across the news cycle.
Trump picks Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State
Florida's senior senator is getting a promotion. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Sen. Marco Rubio as his Secretary of State.
Donald Trump’s new administration: Who has he chosen so far?
The president-elect is starting to fill out key positions in his administration including selecting Susie Wiles as his new chief of staff. Here are some of his other picks.
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan not seeking fourth term: 'An honor of a lifetime'
Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan will not seek reelection in 2025 after 12 years of leading the city of Detroit.
Pete Hegseth for defense secretary: Trump nomination catches DC off guard
Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary stunned much of the Pentagon and Washington, D.C. as Trump passed on established national security heavy-hitters.
Trump taps Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to lead Department of Government Efficiency
President-elect Trump announced Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as the leaders of his new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to reduce federal waste and bureaucracy.
Trump nominates FOX News host, Army veteran Pete Hegseth for defense secretary
President-elect Donald Trump is moving to build out his foreign policy team, announcing he is nominating Fox News host and Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as his defense secretary.
Gov Whitmer addresses Howell Nazi demonstration: 'It's distressing'
The governor denounced hate speech and reassures local and state residents that her job is to protect the public.
Mayor Mike Duggan expected to announce decision on possible 4th term run in Detroit
After three terms as the Detroit mayor, Mike Duggan is expected to announce his decision whether he will run for a fourth term.
Donald Trump's proposal to cut Department of Education could impact rural and urban districts
“We're going to take the Department of Education - close it. I'm going to close it," said President-Elect Donald Trump said during his campaign for office. Here's how that plan may impact Michigan.
Judge delays ruling on whether to dismiss Trump's hush money conviction
A federal judge has delayed ruling on Trump’s felony conviction in his hush money case on the basis of presidential immunity that was issued by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Biden, Harris mark Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris commemorated Veterans Day at Arlington National Cemetery on Monday. It was Biden’s first public event with Harris since she lost the 2024 Election to Republican Donald Trump.
Trump picks Rep. Elise Stefanik to serve as UN ambassador
President-elect Donald Trump has picked Rep. Elise Stefanik to serve as his ambassador to the United Nations.