Democrats' Shutdown Pressure, SNAP Deadline, Nuclear Testing

This edition of NPR's "Up First" covers the potential shutdown's impact on SNAP food benefits, with millions of Americans facing the cutoff of these benefits. It also discusses the political standoff in Congress, with Democrats and Republicans at odds over funding the government and healthcare subsidies. The episode further explores President Trump's consideration of resuming nuclear weapon testing, the reasons behind it, and the potential global consequences. Additionally, the podcast includes segments promoting other NPR programs and podcasts.