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Trump Addresses Nation, Congress ACA Vote, Venezuela Oil Tankers

December 18, 202513 min

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In a nationwide address, President Trump says the U.S. is poised for an economic boom and that high prices are falling rapidly. Four Republicans joined Democrats to force a vote on a three year extension of the enhanced healthcare subsidies. And, President Trump has ordered a ban on all sanctioned oil tankers going to and from Venezuela.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletterToday’s episode of Up First was edited by Rebeka

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