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Today’s Rundown:
- AMERICAN-ISRAELI HOSTAGE EDAN ALEXANDER FREED FROM HAMAS AND NOW IN IDF CUSTODY: Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old American-Israeli soldier, has been released after over 19 months in Hamas captivity. Captured during the October 7, 2023, attacks, Alexander was the last known living U.S. hostage in Gaza. His release is seen as a goodwill gesture amid ongoing ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel. Alexander has reunited with his family at an Israeli military base.
- TRUMP PROMISES EXECUTIVE ORDER TO CUT U.S. DRUG PRICES TO MATCH GLOBAL RATES: President Trump has signed an executive order aiming to reduce U.S. prescription drug prices by aligning them with the lowest prices paid internationally. The “most favored nation” policy gives pharmaceutical companies 30 days to propose price reductions, with potential further actions if prices don’t drop. While the administration claims this could cut costs by up to 80%, the pharmaceutical industry warns it may impact innovation and access.
- ICE ARRESTS OVER 400 IN HOUSTON OPERATION, INCLUDING MIGRANTS WANTED FOR MURDER AND ARSON: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 422 individuals in the Houston area during a week-long operation targeting criminal migrants. The arrests included individuals wanted for serious crimes such as murder and arson. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety and national security.
- TRUMP’S REGULATORS DROP SEC CASES AGAINST ELON MUSK AMID DOGECOIN CONTROVERSY: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dropped its cases against Elon Musk related to Dogecoin, following the plaintiffs’ decision to withdraw their appeal. The lawsuits had accused Musk of manipulating Dogecoin’s value through his social media posts. With the dismissal, Musk faces no further legal challenges from this matter.
- GOV. NEWSOM URGES LOCAL LEADERS TO BAN HOMELESS ENCAMPMENTS ACROSS CALIFORNIA: California Governor Gavin Newsom has called on cities and counties to ban homeless encampments on public property. The proposed model ordinance would prohibit sleeping on sidewalks, parks, and bike paths for more than three consecutive days. Newsom has pledged $3.3 billion to support housing and mental health services for compliant municipalities.
- TOM BRADY, STEPH CURRY, AND KEVIN O’LEARY CLEARED IN FTX CASE OVER LACK OF FRAUD KNOWLEDGE: A U.S. judge has dismissed most claims against celebrities like Tom Brady, Steph Curry, and Kevin O’Leary in a lawsuit concerning their promotion of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The court found insufficient evidence that the celebrities were aware of FTX’s fraudulent activities. This ruling significantly reduces their legal exposure related to the case.
- ZEPBOUND OUTPERFORMS WEGOVY IN FIRST MAJOR WEIGHT LOSS DRUG COMPARISON TRIAL: In a recent clinical trial, Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug Zepbound (tirzepatide) demonstrated superior results compared to Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy (semaglutide). Participants on Zepbound lost an average of 20.2% of their body weight, while those on Wegovy lost 13.7%. The study also noted greater reductions in waist circumference among Zepbound users.
- MORGAN WALLEN EXPLAINS WHY HE ABRUPTLY LEFT SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE APPEARANCE: Country singer Morgan Wallen addressed his sudden departure from the “Saturday Night Live” stage, stating he was simply ready to go home after a long week of rehearsals. He denied any conflict with the show’s cast or crew. Wallen’s unexpected exit had sparked speculation, which he has now clarified.
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