Morning news brief

By A Martínez,

Steve Inskeep

Published November 12, 2025 at 4:43 AM EST

The House prepares for a vote to reopen the government, airlines warn delays could persist even after the shutdown ends, U.S. aircraft carrier to join military buildup near Venezuela.

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