CNN 5 Things Back pay uncertainty, conversion therapy case, gold boom & more
Oct 7, 2025
President Trump raises eyebrows by questioning back pay for furloughed workers after a government shutdown. The National Guard's deployment to Chicago sparks local controversy and legal challenges. In a high-stakes Supreme Court case, the debate intensifies over Colorado's ban on conversion therapy for minors. Tensions run high as Attorney General Pam Bondi faces off with Senator Adam Schiff in a fiery hearing. Meanwhile, gold prices soar to a staggering $4,000 per ounce, driven by geopolitical turmoil and investor frenzy.
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Back Pay Uncertainty For Furloughed Workers
- President Trump suggested not all furloughed federal workers will automatically receive back pay after the shutdown.
- A White House memo argued the law guaranteeing back pay is misinterpreted or deficient, creating uncertainty for workers.
National Guard Mobilized To Chicago Region
- Texas National Guard troops have been mobilized to Illinois near Chicago amid legal challenges by the city and state.
- A judge allowed the deployment to proceed while the lawsuit plays out and set a quick deadline for the government to justify the move.
Supreme Court Signals Lean Toward Speech Argument
- The Supreme Court appears poised to treat conversion therapy as protected speech rather than regulable conduct.
- That stance could undermine state bans like Colorado's restriction on conversion therapy for minors.