House Members During Shutdown; Trump Visits Asia; US Military Buildup in Caribbean
Podcast: Up First from NPRPublished On: Sat Oct 25 2025
Description: Some members of the House of Representatives are using down time during the shutdown to connect from their constituents back home - we'll tell you what they're hearing. We'll also preview President Trump's trip to Asia, which will be dominated by his administration's at times contentious relationship with China. Plus, the U.S. is ramping up its military presence in the Caribbean. The Pentagon says it's to counter drug traffickers - we'll tell you how the move is being seen in the region.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
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