Glass House Gets Glassed—By the Feds
In mid-July, federal agents launched a dramatic raid on Glass House Farms—California’s largest legal cannabis grower—sending shockwaves across “High Times” headlines. With armed agents, tear gas, and over 360 arrests (mostly undocumented farmworkers), the raid exploded into controversy. Chillingly, no cannabis was seized, but one worker tragically died. Critics say it felt less like law enforcement and more like a political play aimed at undermining California’s booming legal industry.
Capitol Capers: Will They—or Won’t They?
Over in Washington, the plot thickens. The Senate confirmed Terrance Cole as the new DEA head—but cannabis rescheduling? Not in his top priorities. Meanwhile, Congress is busy dancing around hemp loopholes, appropriations riders and prohibition breakers. Basically, it’s the same old Capitol shuffle with new shoes—and a lot more green.
A Toasty Twist: THC Beverages and the “California-Sober” Scene
Move over cocktails—here come THC drinks. With folks swapping booze for hemp-derived THC beverages under the guise of being “California-sober,” these drinks are stirring buzz (and concern). Sure, no morning hangovers, but inconsistent regulation and unpredictable dosing—some up to 100 mg—are leaving safety experts raising eyebrows, especially worried about vascular and cognitive effects.
