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The federal administration is cutting environmental programs and funding and further reducing regulations on polluting. The political environment in Washington, in and of itself, is toxic. On the February edition of WEMU’s "1st Friday Focus on the Environment," WEMU's David Fair and Michigan League of Conservation Voters executive director Lisa Wozniak were joined by Democratic Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin to discuss policy and politics.

As another federal government shutdown looms, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says Democratic colleagues in the Senate need to hold fast on Homeland Security funding. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

A small protest in Detroit Wednesday urged Michigan’s U.S. Senators to block funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Colin Jackson has more.

As outrage spreads around the country in response to another fatal shooting by ICE in Minneapolis, one Ann Arbor organization is readying itself for action. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

Ann Arbor Congresswoman Debbie Dingell says she’s delighted the U.S. House has voted to extend Affordable Health Care tax credits for three years. The bill passed Thursday on a vote of 230-196. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

It’s been more than a year since Manchester resident Paul Whelan returned home after being imprisoned by Russia on what he and U.S. officials call bogus espionage charges. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to Whelan about his experience and difficulties assimilating back into the U.S. since his release.

U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin was in Ypsilanti Wednesday morning to hear from local education and government leaders. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Michigan House Democrats are rallying against Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers' pro-Trump tariff stance. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

The Rescissions Act of 2025 has passed the U.S. House and Senate and now awaits President Trump's signature. This will claw back about $1.1 billion in already dedicated funds from public media. Morning Edition local host David Fair discusses potential consequences and the path forward with WEMU General Manager Molly Motherwell.

Ann Arbor State Representative Carrie Rheingans was in Washington today for the reintroduction of the State-Based Universal Health Care Act. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.