A magnitude 7 earthquake struck off the coast of Northern California on Thursday, prompting a brief tsunami warning for people along the West Coast. The shock was felt as far south as San Francisco, but there were no reports of major damage or injuries.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that he will name a new prime minister within days after France’s parliament ousted the government in a no-confidence vote. Macron also vowed to remain in office until the end of his term in 2027.
President-elect Donald Trump’s defense nominee, Pete Hegseth, said he has no plans to withdraw after meeting with congressional lawmakers. Meanwhile, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy also met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to discuss the work of the Department of Government Efficiency.