Stating that Donald Trump wants a “blank check” instead of checks and balances, a federal judge on Wednesday ordered the president to return control of the California National Guard to Gov. Gavin Newsom (D).

Donald Trump’s use of the pardon power is a reflection of the president himself… and that’s not a good thing. Fortunately, even his authority has (some) limits. 

Ecosystems have also come under threat from toxic plants whose spread has been difficult to control during the Russian invasion.