House Shutdown Vote, Aviation Challenges, USS Ford In Caribbean

The Up First podcast episode for November 12th covers several developing news stories, including the end of the government shutdown and the implications of flight restrictions due to controller shortages. The hosts discuss the Republican-led House's plan to end the shutdown, Democratic reactions, and the promise of a future vote on healthcare subsidies. The episode further explores the FAA's decision to maintain flight restrictions due to air traffic controller shortages, the potential impact on airlines, and debates over the Trump administration's motives. Finally, the podcast examines the U.S. military presence in the Caribbean, particularly in relation to Venezuela, questioning whether it's a drug enforcement strategy or a show of force against Nicolás Maduro.