joe tate

NIL has become a profitable sideline for many Michigan athletes. Analysts say NIL deals can be worth millions of dollars, though most are more modest.

First, Joe Tate on his announcement for U.S. Senate candidacy. Plus, a Ypsilanti business with environmentally-friendly curly hair products. And The Dish returns with Hemlock's The Maple Grille.

Tate is joining a crowded Democratic primary field to replace outgoing Sen. Gary Peters who is not running for reelection in 2026.

Tate is Michigan's first Black speaker of the House. He's considering a run for Detroit mayor, and says he's proud of the Legislature's accomplishments this term.