Shutdown Backpay Threat, AG Bondi Grilled & Gold's Record Run - Wednesday, October 8, 2025

The news to know for Wednesday, October 8, 2025! What to know about a White House memo that could leave federal workers without back pay after the government shutdown. And the heated Senate showdown with Attorney General Pam Bondi that turned personal. Plus: why gold prices just hit record highs, which state is turning down the volume on loud streaming commercials, and what new data shows about the "9-9-6" work trend making its way to the U.S.   Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!    Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups!  See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/NEWSWORTHY and using code NEWSWORTHY at checkout. Find your fall staples at Quince. Go to Quince.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to [email protected]