President Donald Trump announced Thursday that Attorney General Pam Bondi will step down from her role, a move that could have significant implications for federal marijuana policy as the administration weighs a long-awaited decision on cannabis rescheduling. In a statement posted to his Truth Social platform, Trump praised Bondi as a “Great American Patriot” and […]
Five years after widespread legalization reshaped cannabis policy across North America, new research suggests public attitudes are shifting in a more cautious direction even as usage continues to climb. A recent study examining post-legalization perceptions in Canada found that while cannabis has become more socially acceptable since its 2018 legalization, concerns about its safety and […]
The U.S. Army has announced sweeping changes to its enlistment standards, raising the maximum age for new recruits to 42 and easing restrictions for individuals with certain prior drug-related convictions, in a move aimed at addressing ongoing recruitment challenges. Under the updated policy, individuals up to age 42 can now enlist across active-duty forces, the […]
Texas lawmakers are preparing for a renewed debate over cannabis and emerging psychedelic therapies, with top Republican leaders in both chambers directing committees to study the issues ahead of the state’s next legislative session in 2027. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who presides over the Senate, has instructed the Senate Health and Human Services Committee to […]
A new report from the Congressional Research Service is offering an updated look at the ongoing conflict between federal marijuana prohibition and the growing number of state laws permitting cannabis use—while also signaling increased uncertainty around a long-anticipated federal policy shift. In its latest “In Focus” analysis, CRS notes that it has become “increasingly common” […]
Officials in San Francisco are poised to consider a proposal that could pave the way for cannabis cafes, marking a potential shift in how the city supports its struggling legal marijuana market. Rafael Mandelman, president of the Board of Supervisors and representative for District 8, announced plans to introduce an ordinance this week that would […]
Montana’s marijuana market has surpassed $1 billion in total sales since the state launched adult-use legalization in 2022, with recreational purchases now overwhelmingly dominating the industry, according to new state data. Figures released by the Montana Department of Revenue show that from January 2022 through December 2025, combined monthly marijuana sales rose about 13 percent, […]
A federal agency has rejected an effort by Snoop Dogg to trademark his iconic catchphrase “Smoke Weed Everyday,” citing both federal cannabis prohibition and the slogan’s widespread cultural use as grounds for denial. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), which operates under the U.S. Department of Commerce, issued a refusal this week to Dr. […]
The Florida Supreme Court has declined to intervene in a dispute over tens of thousands of signatures collected for a proposed marijuana legalization initiative, dealing a significant setback to advocates hoping to place the measure before voters. In a brief order issued Monday, the court refused to review an appeal filed by the campaign Smart […]
A Republican congressman running for governor of Florida has publicly acknowledged for the first time that he sold marijuana as a young adult—an admission that is drawing renewed scrutiny of his record on cannabis policy and criminal justice reform. Byron Donalds (R-FL), who is seeking to succeed Ron DeSantis, discussed the incident during an interview […]
