SUMMARY: President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing a probe into whether banks discriminate against conservatives, gun manufacturers, and cryptocurrency companies, addressing “debanking”—when banks close accounts or refuse services. Trump accused JPMorgan and Bank of America of debanking him and allies, which both banks deny. The order requires federal regulators to investigate and refer discrimination cases to the Justice Department within 120 days and to remove reputational risk considerations from bank evaluations. Conservatives argue reputational risk is used to justify bias. The move reflects political tensions over banking practices tied to risk, regulations, and ideological discrimination claims.

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SUMMARY: At Fort Stewart, Georgia, Sgt. Quornelius Radford allegedly shot five soldiers before being tackled by fellow troops, who are praised as heroes for their quick actions under fire. The wounded were hospitalized, with three undergoing surgery, but all are stable and expected to recover. Radford, who enlisted in 2018 and worked as a supply sergeant, was arrested shortly after the incident. Motive remains unclear. The shooting raises ongoing concerns about safety on U.S. military bases. Fort Stewart is home to the Army’s 3rd Infantry Division. Federal authorities, including the FBI, are investigating the case.

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SUMMARY: Israel has largely defeated Hamas militarily but hasn’t recovered all hostages from Gaza. Gaza lies in ruins and faces famine amid failed ceasefire talks. Possible outcomes include Israel fully reoccupying Gaza, sparking international outrage and more Palestinian suffering, with Netanyahu’s far-right allies supporting this move. Another path is a ceasefire aligned with Hamas demands, including prisoner releases and Israeli withdrawal, though Israel fears Hamas’s resurgence. Netanyahu seeks Hamas’s disarmament and population relocation plans, opposed internationally. Alternatively, the war may drag on indefinitely, with ongoing attacks and worsening humanitarian crises. U.S. and Trump’s influence remain crucial to any resolution.

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