Top oil executives are currently testifying to Congress over accusations they have been using their power and influence to mislead the public about climate change

This follows Democrat lawmakers saying that the industry has spent decades trying to downplay its impact on global warming.

ExxonMobil, BP, Chevron and Shell are all present at the Congressional hearing… and have denied approving any disinformation campaigns.

It comes just days before world leaders are due to arrive in Glasgow for the United Nation’s highly anticipated COP-26 climate event.

Representative Carolyn Maloney is one of several elected officials at the hearing today, and accuses the oil companies of spending tens of millions to protect their profits.

Maloney requested that all companies take