30 JUL 2025 Power, Policy, and Plates

Federal Reserve Decision The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged between 4.25% and 5% in a continued cautious stance on monetary policy.

Kamala Harris Announcement Former Vice President Kamala Harris confirmed she will not run for California governor in 2026, ending speculation about a potential bid.

Kamchatka Earthquake A magnitude 8.8 earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula triggered Pacific-wide tsunami alerts, though the threat to the U.S. was later downgraded.

Canada-Palestine Recognition Canada announced plans to recognize a Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly, pending Palestinian Authority reforms and elections.