Articles written by Maureen Meehan - Benzinga

Trump Gets Fawning Praise From Pro-Cannabis PAC But He's Not Returning The Sentiment

|Trump supported rescheduling cannabis during election but White House official confirmed no immediate changes will be made to marijuana policy.

Trump's New Drug Czar: Cannabis Is 'Fantastic' For People With Serious Illnesses

|Trump appoints journalist Sara Carter as new director of Office of National Drug Control Policy, praising her for exposing criminals and supporting medical marijuana.

Trump Links Cannabis Decriminalization To 'Disorder' In DC, Establishes Law Enforcement Task Force

|Trump signed executive order to revitalize DC, citing cannabis decriminalization as failed policy enabling disorder. No mention of marijuana in order but fact sheet mentions it.

Musk's DOGE Vs. SSA: Trump's Nominee Frank Bisignano Tackles Social Security Crisis Amid Privatization Debate

|Bisignano confirmed plans to use AI to identify fraud within social security. But social security has a "payment accuracy rate of 99.7%."

Mango Cannabis Launches Superstore In New Mexico, Along Texas Border Where Weed Is Banned

|Mango Cannabis opens its first retail dispensary in Sunland Park, N.M., meeting rising demand for premium cannabis in the area.

Moldy Cannabis Can Be Deadly: Genetic Breakthrough Fills Void Left By Federal Inaction

|Aurora Cannabis announces breakthrough discovery of powdery mildew-resistant cultivars, providing a critical solution to a pressing challenge in the cannabis industry. This research could lead to cleaner, safer products for consumers.

Trump's Tariffs Could Boost A Surprising Billion-Dollar Industry

|Derek Chase, CEO of Los Angeles-based FLORA+BAST, contends that the unintended consequences of tariffs could push businesses toward more eco-conscious, locally sourced solutions.

Elon Musk, Ted Cruz Joke About Cannabis On Podcast: Should I 'Pull Out A Joint' To Boost Ratings?

|Elon Musk goes on Ted Cruz podcast — talks his age and 4/20 cannabis holiday; drug-testing after Joe Rogan podcast.

$10 Million Reward For Former Olympic Snowboarder On FBI's 10 Most Wanted List For Murder, Drug Trafficking

|Former Olympian snowboarder Ryan Wedding is on FBI's Most Wanted list for drug trafficking and murders, with a $10 million reward for his arrest.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Freeze On Billions In Congressional Funds: 'Executive Put Itself Above Congress'

|Fed judge extends order preventing Trump admin from freezing funds for 22 states & DC. Exec overreach ruled unconstitutional. Victory for AGs.

Cannabis For Pain Relief: Scientists Develop New Compound Without Mind-Altering Effects — Alternative To Opioids?

|New compound mimics natural molecule in cannabis plant, providing pain relief without addictive side effects.

Trump May Lose Interest In Legal Marijuana During 'Disorderly Situation,' Conservative Cabinet, Says Analyst; Could Musk Come To The Rescue?

|The White House has neglected marijuana legalization amidst a flurry of executive orders, leaving the issue in limbo.

Melania Trump's Guest List For President's Congressional Address Underscores Vast Social Differences From Biden Era

|Melania Trump invited guests to Congress address reflecting Trump's policies. Notable guests include family of slain police officer and victims of deepfake images and undocumented immigrants.

Trump's 25% Tariffs On Auto Imports Are Worth The 'Short-Term Pain,' Says Ohio GOP Senator

|Ohio Senator supports Trump's tariffs on auto imports from Canada and Mexico, despite industry concerns. He also wants to repeal emissions rules.

Cuomo's Mayoral Bid Shakes Up NYC Race, Drawing Major Power Brokers And Critics Alike

|Cuomo's NYC mayoral bid gains support from influential figures like Ken Langone, Anthony Scaramucci, and Marc Lasry. Billionaire Lloyd Blankfein calls him smart, capable, and pragmatic.

THC-Infused Coffee Pods? House Of Kush Blends Cannabis & Caffeine For The Ultimate Wake & Bake

Robert F. Kennedy's Confirmation: Cannabis Advocates Question His New Vow To 'Follow The Science' On Marijuana's Harms

|Kennedy once said marijuana was a way to help "solve America's drug addiction problem." Now he's "follow the science" on the harms.

Trump White House Bans AP Reporter Over 'Gulf Of America' Conflict: Is A First Amendment Court Case In The Works?

|An AP exec said the agency will 'defend its constitutional rights' and the public's right to independent news coverage of their government.

Trump Appoints Anti-Cannabis 'Just Say No' Drug Warrior As DEA Chief To 'Make America Safe Again'

|Trump has already appointed a string of tough-on-crime figures to key roles, not to mention Elon Musk who wants to drug test federal workers.

Trump Administration Secures Release Of Cannabis Prisoner Marc Fogel From 14-Year Russian Sentence

|Fogel, a former US diplomat, is being released by Russia after 14 years for cannabis possession. The White House negotiated his return.