Flashpoint Dec. 21, 2025: MI House budget cuts, future of the Rocket Classic and more

This week, we’re diving into the $645 million in cuts that emerged last week from the House. What programs are in danger? Can that money be restored? Bridge Michigan political reporter Jordyn Hermani breaks it down. Also, can the guy who thought up a hockey game in a football stadium and a basketball game on an aircraft carrier save the Rocket Classic? Mark Hollis shares his thoughts and ideas for creating a successful tournament experience for fans as the future of the event in Detroit hangs in the balance. Finally, we talk about the end of the Joint Operating Agreement between the Detroit News and Detroit Free Press. What will you notice as the papers go back on their own in terms of sharing resources outside the newsroom? The News’ publisher Gary Miles is here to lay it out.