Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos publicly accused National Enquirer publisher David Pecker of blackmail and extortion, alleging that the company’s coverage of him has been politically motivated. WSJ’s Shelby Holliday explains why his claims are making headlines. Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty ImagesJeff and MacKenzie Bezos agreed to a divorce settlement that reduces his stake in Amazon.com Inc. but leaves the chief executive with voting control over Ms. Bezos’ share. The settlement solved a lingering question about what would happen to Mr. Bezos’ stake, the largest in the company, following the couple’s announcement in January that their marriage was ending after 25 years.

Source: Wall Street Journal April 04, 2019 17:33 UTC