What has led to the latest government shutdown? Lindsey McPherson from the Washington Times takes us behind the headline.

Caught in the middle of the goverbment shutdown, what are Federal workers hoping comes out of allk this? Emily Peck from Axios gives us a look.

Career Strategist Julie Bauke joined America's First News with a look into why we will never see a 100% return to the office. 

What is the actual cost of owning your own car? Shannon Martin from Bankrate.com takes us behind the headline. 

You don't need a fancy title to hire your own Executive Assistant. Callum Borchers from the Wall Street Journal explains the advantages. 

On today's Mike Drop, Gordon complains about Mike's choice of Halloween candy. 

President Trump's crack down on free speech is rubbing his MAGA base the wrong way. Joey Garrison from USA Today has the story.

Why is Gen Z spending less on holiday shopping? Betty Lin-Fisher from USA Today gives us a look.

Which party risks the most from playing government funding hardball. Ramsey Touchberry from the Washington Examiner has the story.

Erica Pandey from Axios breaks down how gaming platforms are the new landing spot for radicalization. 

What happened to the American center? We hear the latest from Amie Parnes of The Hill.

Low-income Ameircans are struggling more than ever. Jeanne Whalen from the Wall Street Journal has the story. 

Career Strategist Julie Bauke joined Gordon Deal with some tips on you to rebuild your career after big life changes.

Would you feel safe knowing your pilot was able to take a nap midflight? Zach Wichter from USA Today has the story.

Job seekers are battling back against the scorch of AI in job postings. Callum Borchers from the Wall Street Journal takes us behind the headline.

What is the driving force behind the latest rash of political violence. Zusha Elinson from the Wall Street Journal gives us a look. 

Zach Wichter from USA Today gives us a look into the hidden airport facility that helps your pets travel the world safely.

How deep could the Fed's rate cut be this week? Stephen Kates from Bankrate takes us behind the headline.

The right has thrown "cancel culture" into overdrive. Allison Pohle from the Wall Street Journal has the story.

On today's Mike Drop, a diver decided to try out his new scuba gear by robbing a Disney Springs restaurant. 

Where does Congress stand in the Trump Presidency? Louise Radnofsky from the Wall Street Journal takes us behind the headline.

President Trump's path to greater executive authority is in the hands of the Supreme Court. Zach Schonfeld from The Hill has the latest.

New cars are at record high prices so does it make sense to spend money to your old car going. We hear the story from Peter Grieve of Money.com.

It's never a good idea to buy a home because of FOMO. Veronica Dagher from the Wall Street Journal explains.  

BrieAnna Frank from USA Today joined America's First News with a look at the renewed focus on the balance between free speech and safety.