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The Metro: What are tariffs? And how could they affect consumers?

John Filbrandt, David Leins, The Metro February 6, 2025

Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. On Tuesday, President Trump’s order to place 10 percent tariffs on...

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Attendees cheer as President Donald Trump speaks after taking the oath of office during the 60th Presidential Inauguration in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.
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The Metro: Tuning in on media habits in Trump’s second term

John Filbrandt, The Metro, Sam Corey February 6, 2025

Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. President Donald Trump ran on promises to shrink the federal workforce,...

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A brown bag of produce in front of a mural that reads, "Free food for everyone"
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Detroit Evening Report: Immigration raids stunt Detroit nonprofit

Sascha Raiyn February 4, 2025

Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we cover immigration updates under the Trump Administration, overdose prevention training, free community events and more.Subscribe...

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The Metro: Immigration rally in Southwest Detroit
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The Metro: Immigration rally in Southwest Detroit

The Metro, Robyn Vincent, Bre'Anna Tinsley February 3, 2025

Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. President Donald Trump’s administration is making fast and far reaching changes...

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FILE - U.S. President Donald Trump, left, and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau talk prior to a NATO round table meeting at The Grove hotel and resort in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, Dec. 4, 2019.
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Trump’s trade war with Canada, Mexico brings US economy into uncharted territory

Russ McNamara February 3, 2025

Over the weekend, President Donald Trump sparked a trade war with the United States' two closest trading partners — Canada...

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Ford’s Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn.
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The Metro: Is the U.S. electric vehicle industry changing directions?

The Metro, John Filbrandt, Sam Corey February 3, 2025

Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. President Donald Trump signed an executive order revoking a goal that...

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Protesters rally against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Washington D.C.
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Detroit Evening Report: Activists, leaders share resources for immigrants; Gary Peters won’t seek reelection + more

Jerome Vaughn January 29, 2025

Tonight on The Detroit Evening Report, we cover local activist groups' efforts to share resources for immigrants amid the Trump administration's...

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President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One en route from Miami to Joint Base Andrews, Md., Monday, Jan. 27, 2025.
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Detroit Evening Report: Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration freeze on federal grants and loans

Associated Press, Sascha Raiyn January 28, 2025

A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked a push from President Donald Trump to pause federal funding while his administration conducts...

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Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell at WDET Studios.
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Michigan Congresswoman Dingell sees pressing issues and bipartisan paths forward in GOP-led government

Quinn Klinefelter January 28, 2025

It’s been roughly a week since President Donald Trump officially took office.And a Michigan Congresswoman is outlining how the new...

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FILE - Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., speaks during a demonstration calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, Oct. 18, 2023, near the Capitol in Washington.
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Immigration actions ‘hateful and divisive,’ Michigan Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib says

Russ McNamara January 27, 2025

President Donald Trump is making good on a campaign promise to take swift action against undocumented immigrants. With a slew...

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Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump and his running mate Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, stand on stage at an election night watch party at the Palm Beach Convention Center, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
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The Metro: Breaking down the first days of Trump’s second term

The Metro, Trevor McConico, Lauren Myers, Sam Corey January 24, 2025

President Donald Trump’s first day in office was a flurry of activity.  It included dozens of executive orders, as well...

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The rally was held in Grand Rapids just hours after President Trump was inaugurated.
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2 Michigan Dems help GOP send first immigration bill to Trump’s desk, against heated opposition

Michelle Jokisch Polo, Rachel Mintz January 24, 2025

With ample support from Michigan’s congressional delegation, the Laken Riley Act is the first bill on the way to President...

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