Amazon Sidesteps Carbon Offset Standard Bezos Helped Fund

Amazon has become the first company to sidestep a global standard for verifying carbon offsets that was developed by a non-profit funded largely by the U.S. technology conglomerate’s founder and executive chair, Jeff Bezos.[#item_full_content]

Dems Rage at Supreme Court Immunity Ruling

Capitol Hill Democrats railed at a Supreme Court decision Monday that presidents have broad immunity from prosecution when performing “official acts.” Democrats have long argued that under the Constitution, no one — not even the president — is above the law.[#item_full_content]

Ukraine thwarts plot to overthrow government in failed coup attempt

Ukrainian security officials on Monday said a plot to overthrow the federal government in Kyiv had been thwarted as Russia ramps up attacks on the capital city.  Four Ukrainian civilians were detained over the weekend on suspicion of planning an alleged coup by seizing Parliament and announcing their intent to replace military and civilian leadership, […]