United Nations

California state officials are in Brazil for the annual United Nations climate conference. The visit highlights California’s role as a climate leader and supports its environmental policies, especially since the U.S. has no official federal delegation. However, some critics question whether the trip is worthwhile because California lacks the power to make international agreements.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine will be at the center of President Biden's address to the U.N. General Assembly this morning at 7:35 PT, on Wednesday, as the U.S. warns Russia is trying to annex more Ukrainian land. Watch it live here ...