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!

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