Trump pushes to intensify Alaska Senate probes and Israel’s final election results released: Morning Rundown

Key Points:

• President Donald Trump is urging the Justice Department to intensify its criminal investigation into Alaska’s closely contested Senate race, which involves allegations that Democratic candidate Mary Peltola’s campaign recruited a third candidate to split the vote.
• Israel’s recent election results show no clear winner, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing bloc winning 53 seats and rival Gadi Eisenkot’s bloc securing 48 seats in the 120-member Knesset, leaving the formation of a government uncertain.
• Beloved actor Patrick Stewart, known for his roles in "Star Trek" and "X-Men," has died at age 86 after battling Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia, prompting widespread tributes from colleagues and fans.
• Cryptocurrency exchange Binance reported a $6.3 billion crypto heist, the largest ever recorded, leading to a suspension of deposits and withdrawals as the company works with law enforcement to recover stolen assets and secure its systems.
• Villa Vie, the cruise company that recently stranded over 200 passengers in Cambodia, has a history of legal troubles including lawsuits over contract breaches, itinerary changes, unpaid wages, and failed health inspections, raising concerns about its operations and passenger treatment.