All articles tagged with #federal law
Originally Published 6 days ago — by AP News
A bipartisan spending bill allocates $32 million for the Kennedy Center, despite ongoing controversy over President Trump's attempt to rebrand the venue with his name, which conflicts with federal law and has led to legal challenges and declining attendance.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by NBC News
The DOJ is suing Virginia over its policy allowing undocumented students to access in-state tuition, claiming it conflicts with federal immigration law which prohibits benefits for unauthorized immigrants that are not also available to U.S. citizens, leading to legal disputes across multiple states.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by WHQR
In North Carolina, marijuana remains illegal, but hemp products with less than 0.3% THC are legal, though a new federal law set to take effect in 2026 may ban these products due to increased THC limits, threatening the state's multi-billion-dollar hemp industry and raising public safety concerns. The debate involves federal and state regulations, industry impacts, and public health considerations.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by LAist
President Trump's executive order aims to reschedule marijuana to Schedule III, potentially easing restrictions and boosting medical research, but the process is complex and may not lead to immediate legal or financial changes for cannabis businesses, with ongoing legal and regulatory hurdles.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by NBC News
The potential reclassification of cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III by the federal government could significantly improve access to banking, loans, and payment processing for dispensaries, helping to legitimize the industry, reduce security risks, and foster growth and research. This change aims to address longstanding legal, financial, and tax challenges faced by cannabis businesses, which have been limited by federal restrictions despite growing state-level acceptance and revenue.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by NBC Sports
Miami Heat player Terry Rozier is seeking to dismiss federal gambling charges by arguing that the law he allegedly violated does not apply to his actions, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling that limits the scope of federal fraud laws related to inside information and betting.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
The Supreme Court blocked President Trump's attempt to deploy the National Guard in Chicago to protect federal immigration agents, ruling he lacked the legal authority under the Militia Act, with a 6-3 decision emphasizing the law's requirement that regular military forces be unable to enforce laws before deploying the Guard.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Colorado Public Radio
President Trump signed an executive order to prompt the Department of Justice to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, which could ease banking and tax issues for cannabis businesses and potentially influence future medical and recreational use policies, but it does not legalize marijuana federally or allow crossing state lines with it.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Axios
A Democratic Congresswoman has filed a lawsuit to block the Trump administration's attempt to rename the Kennedy Center as the 'Trump-Kennedy Center,' arguing that the name change requires an act of Congress and that the board's vote was unlawful. The lawsuit seeks to revert the name and prevent future changes, amid controversy over Trump's efforts to affix his name to government buildings.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by Fort Worth Report
New federal THC regulations, set to take effect next fall, threaten the viability of cannabis shops in Fort Worth and across the U.S., potentially forcing closures and impacting local entrepreneurs and consumers who rely on THC products for health and safety. Despite some political moves to reclassify marijuana, federal law remains restrictive, causing concern among industry advocates and shop owners.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Axios
Democratic leaders threaten legal action as the DOJ indicates it will miss the statutory deadline to release all files related to Jeffrey Epstein, citing privacy concerns, leading to accusations of law violation and political controversy.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by Financial Times
Marijuana stocks fell sharply after President Trump signed an executive order to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug suitable for medical use, but stopped short of full legalization, making it a symbolic win for the industry without changing federal law or impacting markets significantly.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by ABC News
President Trump signed an executive order reclassifying marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, aiming to facilitate medical research and reduce legal barriers, while not legalizing it federally. The move recognizes marijuana's potential medical benefits and seeks to improve research and medical access, but possession remains illegal under federal law.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by CBS News
Social Security benefits are largely protected from garnishment by federal law, but it's important to understand which debts can be garnished and to take proactive steps such as managing debts, using direct deposit, and keeping benefits in a separate account to safeguard your income.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by OregonLive.com
Oregon has implemented new federal rules requiring 37,000 able-bodied adults without dependents to work, train, or study to retain their SNAP food assistance, affecting the state's food aid program and expanding work requirements up to age 64, amid political debate over the law's implications.