Senate Confirms Trump’s DEA Pick While Rescheduling Waits

The federal cannabis scene is heating up with the Senate’s confirmation of Terrance Cole as the new DEA chief. This is a massive moment for the community, as the industry is already calling on him to finally push through the long-awaited rescheduling process. On the flip side, D.C. tokers are facing more frustration as a House subcommittee advanced another bill to block recreational sales in the District. In better news, a top federal researcher confirmed what we’ve known all along: legalizing weed doesn’t actually increase youth consumption.

Down in Texas, things are getting a bit sticky with a new push to ban hemp-derived THC, while Massachusetts is celebrating a huge milestone with over $8 billion in adult-use sales. There's even talk of a new bill that could eventually allow small growers to mail products directly to your door. This mix of federal hurdles and local wins matters because it shows the path to full accessibility is still a fight, but the momentum behind legalization and the debunking of old myths is stronger than ever.