FAA Cuts Flights, SNAP Ruling, Trump Focused Abroad

This NPR News podcast, "Up First," begins with a lighthearted birthday greeting to A Martinez before diving into current affairs. The hosts, Leila Faldin and A Martinez, discuss the potential travel delays due to the government shutdown and the FAA's order for airlines to cut flights. They interview NPR's transportation correspondent, Joel Rose, about the FAA's plan and its impact on travelers. The podcast also covers a judge's order for President Trump to deliver full SNAP benefits and the administration's appeal, featuring NPR's Tovia Smith. Finally, they discuss President Trump's focus on foreign policy and concerns from his allies about his attention to domestic issues, with insights from NPR White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez. The episode concludes with a preview of "The Sunday Story" and production credits.