Follow the Money, Follow the Law: Cannabis Power Forecast 2026

Federal bans, state rebellions, and Big Booze money—welcome to the new frontlines of cannabis power.

The cannabis/hemp policy universe isn’t waiting for its next “wave” — it’s visibly crashing into the shore today. From state‑level reforms to federal enforcement pivots, the mix of momentum, resistance and regulation is louder and faster than we’ve seen in many months.

In this edition of Hypotenews we break down eight of the freshest developments, spotli…