It's Monday, March 4.

Welcome to our new podcast, Skim This.

Every Monday through Friday at 5 p.m., we're breaking down the biggest, most complex

stories of the day and giving you the context on why they matter.

A lot happens during the day and we're here to help.

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Today, we're talking Venezuela, a political standoff, a country and desperate need of aid,

and threats of a coup.

We're going to connect the dots for you.

Also, Senator Rand Paul says he'll vote down President Trump's national emergency declaration.

We'll tell you why he's taking a stand against an old friend.

Then, we're kicking off women's history month.

And finally, we'll remember actor Luke Perry.

We're here to make your evening smarter.

Let's skim this.

Today, the big story is Venezuela.

There are currently two people calling themselves President.

The one who's got the backing of the U.S. returned to the country today.

And he could be arrested by the one who's sitting in the presidential palace.

What happens at the end of the standoff could set the stage for big changes in Venezuela,

which could have implications for global politics.

So we're going to give you some context on this story.

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