Trump Addresses Nation, Congress ACA Vote, Venezuela Oil Tankers

This NPR news podcast episode of "Up First" covers three main stories: President Trump's defense of his economic record amid voter skepticism, a group of Republicans joining Democrats to force a vote on extending healthcare subsidies, and President Trump's escalation of pressure on Venezuela by ordering a ban on some oil tankers. The episode includes analysis from NPR correspondents on these topics, providing context and potential implications. Additionally, the episode promotes other NPR podcasts, including "Wildcard," "Trump's Terms," and "Alt Latino."