The U.S. Hemp Roundtable warns that new Senate language could “wipe out” 95% of the hemp industry, eliminating thousands of jobs and billions in revenue. The group is urging Congress to remove the proposal from the federal spending bill and pursue balanced hemp regulation instead.

A major edible-fruit brand is launching hemp-derived THC gummies and beverages aimed at wellness consumers seeking alcohol-free relaxation. The move highlights how mainstream companies are entering the cannabis ecosystem amid evolving regulations and rising consumer demand.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is urging Congress to close the Farm Bill “loophole” that created confusion around hemp-derived THC products. He says updated federal rules are essential to help legitimate hemp businesses thrive while ensuring fair competition and consumer safety.

Michigan’s cannabis industry has filed a lawsuit seeking to delay a new excise tax, arguing it will harm legal operators and drive consumers to the illicit market. The outcome could set a national precedent for how states balance taxation and market stability.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro publicly urged Donald Trump to legalize U.S. cannabis exports, signaling how international diplomacy and cannabis reform are becoming intertwined. The move underscores Colombia’s ambitions to lead global cannabis trade as the U.S. faces pressure to modernize its federal policies.

Two-thirds of licensed cannabis businesses in Los Angeles owe nearly $400 million in unpaid taxes, forcing the city to consider a tax amnesty program. The shortfall exposes deeper challenges facing California’s cannabis industry — from over-taxation to compliance fatigue.

A federal judge in California temporarily blocked Perris from enforcing a cannabis billboard ban, ruling that the city failed to justify its restriction under the First Amendment. The case could set an important precedent for cannabis advertising rights and free commercial speech protections.