Mara Eliason, an NPR reporter covering U.S.-China trade, analyzes the announced trade framework and its implications, highlighting the differing narratives from both nations. Carrie Kahn, an NPR correspondent, discusses the escalating U.S. military presence near Venezuela, detailing the Venezuelan military's coastal exercises and government concerns. Sam Greenglass, an NPR congressional reporter, addresses the federal government shutdown's impact on workers, with discussions on political posturing and potential resolutions as holidays approach.
