Policy Gridlock, State Wins, and a Big Week for Cannabis Credibility

As Congress drags its feet, states plant seeds, healthcare speaks up, and science delivers the receipts—this issue unpacks who’s moving, who’s stalling, and what it all means for the future of weed.

Editorial –
The cannabis conversation in America is no longer about if — it’s about how fast, how far, and who gets left behind. This week, federal agencies send mixed signals: the USDA quietly admits marijuana is medicinal, while Congress slams the brakes on DOJ-led reform. States like Kentucky break ground, Texas offers consumer protections, and Virgi…