Immigration battle & James on Trump’s first 2 months
The legal battle over President Trump using a 1798 law to deport hundreds of immigrants reaches a fever pitch. An immigration lawyer weighs in on the case. Plus, Congressman John James on the president’s first two months in office, and if he’s considering a run for governor.
Trump & Putin phone call & James Craig on race for mayor
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have a phone call, attempting to reach a cease fire in the Russia-Ukraine war. Plus, Former Detroit Police Chief James Craig discusses his goals for Detroit & his message for voters as he runs for mayor
Democratic divisions, clemency clash & the states of the races
Democratic divisions reach a fever pitch following the vote to avoid a government shutdown. Plus, President Trump says President Biden’s pardons are void, claiming he signed them with auto pen. And looking ahead to the Detroit mayoral and Michigan gubernatorial races.
Medicaid cut fears & talkin' tariffs
Dr. Mehmet Oz's confirmation hearing sparks new fears that Medicaid could be cut, despite President Trump saying during the campaign programs like that would not be. Plus, the impact of tariffs on restaurants, retailers & Canadian autoworkers.
Judge orders fired workers reinstated & Barlow on the race for Detroit Mayor
A judge orders the Trump administration to reinstate thousands of fired government employees. Plus, Detroit businessman John Barlow discusses his campaign for Motor City mayor.
Impact of steel and aluminum tariffs
Discussing how tariffs on steel and aluminum will impact the auto industry. Plus, former Detroit police chief officially throws his hat into the mayoral race.
Charges in Troy hyperbaric chamber explosion
Charges have been filed against four people in the Troy hyperbaric chamber explosion that killed a child. The Pulse discusses what regulations need to come to prevent another tragedy.
Canada’s energy surcharge & dismantling the Department of Education
Ontario announces a surcharge on energy exports in response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada. Plus, debating the fallout if Trump orders the Department of Education shuttered.
Transgender vs. Transgenic mice & political potpourri
President Trump claimed millions were spent to change the gender of mice during his joint congressional address, but the term “transgenic” has a completely different meaning. Plus, breaking down the wild week that was in politics.
Tariffs paused & Dingell on Trump's congressional speech
President Donald Trump pauses some of the tariffs against Canada and Mexico. Plus, why Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says his joint congressional address was a bad look for both Republicans and Democrats.
Trump congressional address reality check & Kinloch on the race for mayor
Fact checking President Trump’s joint address to Congress. Plus, Rev. Solomon Kinloch discusses joining the race for Detroit Mayor
Trump's speech and what's next
President Trump delivers his first joint congressional address of his second term, with Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin giving the official democratic response. Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio breaks it down with Roop Raj.
Ukrainian Aid Paused & Tariffs to take effect
President Trump pauses aid to Ukraine in the wake of the oval office blowup. Plus, how business leaders are reacting as tariffs get ready to take effect.
Fallout from Oval Office argument between Trump, Vance & Zelenskyy
President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance & Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy get into a heated argument in the Oval Office. A Ukrainian-American with the impact this could have on Ukraine's war with Russia.
Tariffs are back & a Michigan response to Trump's joint address
President Donald Trump says tariffs against Mexico, China and Canada will take effect March 4, the same day he's giving a joint address to Congress. A Michigan lawmaker is giving the Democratic response.
Michigan State of the State & state of the Detroit mayoral race
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers her State of the State address. Our all-star panel breaks down their big takeaways. Plus, diving into a heated race for Detroit mayor.
What Michigan rep's resolution targeting same-sex marriage means
Michigan Rep. Josh Schriver introduces a resolution, calling on the Supreme Court to overturn its landmark ruling legalizing same-sex marriage across the country. Democratic Rep. Noah Arbit joins The Pulse to talk about the potential fallout.
MI Rep. targets gay marriage ruling & Runestad on MI GOP Future
Michigan Republican Rep. Josh Schriver announces plans for a House resolution, calling on the Supreme Court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges, the ruling that legalized same-sex marriage across the country. Plus, new Michigan Republican Chair and State Senator Jim Runestad discusses the future of the party following his election.
Dismantling DEI & your questions about the Trump administration answered
One of President Trump’s big agenda items is dismantling Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts at the federal level. A lawyer joins The Pulse to discuss what’s protected despite those efforts. Plus, Oakland University Political Science Professor Dave Dulio takes your questions about the Trump administration & its policies.
Answering your questions about Trump's immigration policy
Attorney Elias Muawad joins The Pulse to talk about President Donald Trump's immigration policy and answer viewer questions. Plus, going "By the Numbers" with presidential executive orders.