🇺🇸 Trump Commutes Sentences of Additional Federal Marijuana Prisoners

President Donald Trump has commuted the sentences of two people serving time for federal marijuana convictions as his administration continues reviewing cannabis rescheduling at the federal level. The clemency actions freed Jerry Haymon IV, who was serving a 10-year sentence for a marijuana conspiracy conviction, and Kevin Harden, who was serving a 30-year sentence related to marijuana distribution. Both men were released through presidential commutations that converted their remaining prison terms to time served. The move has been viewed by cannabis reform advocates as a significant clemency action, though supporters continue to call for relief for additional individuals still incarcerated for federal marijuana offenses. (Marijuana Moment)

🍬 Cannabis Edibles Linked to Sharp Rise in Accidental Poisonings Among Young Children

A recent analysis of U.S. poison center data found that accidental ingestion of recreational drugs by children under age 6 increased by more than 3,300% between 2000 and 2024, with cannabis products accounting for the vast majority of cases. Cannabis edibles were a major driver of the increase, often because they resemble ordinary candies, cookies or snacks that young children may mistakenly consume. The study found that nearly one-third of affected children required hospitalization, with some cases resulting in life-threatening symptoms and even deaths. Experts say the findings highlight the importance of storing cannabis products securely and out of reach as legalization and household availability continue to expand. (CNN Health)

⚖️ Federal Appeals Court Refuses to Halt Schedule III Cannabis Order During Ongoing Legal Challenge

A federal appeals court has denied a request from cannabis prohibition advocates to temporarily block the Trump administration’s order moving state-licensed medical cannabis into Schedule III while legal challenges continue. The judges ruled that the plaintiffs failed to meet the high legal standard required for a stay, allowing the rescheduling order to remain in effect as the lawsuit proceeds. The decision is viewed as a significant win for supporters of rescheduling, though it does not resolve the broader legal questions surrounding the administration’s authority to implement the change. The court will continue reviewing the underlying case, meaning the future of the Schedule III framework remains subject to further judicial review.

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💰 Federal Report Finds Cannabis Banking Growth Has Stalled Amid Ongoing Regulatory Uncertainty

A new report from the Government Accountability Office found that the number of banks and credit unions serving cannabis-related businesses has remained largely unchanged since 2019, reflecting continued uncertainty around federal cannabis laws. Financial institutions that avoid the industry cited regulatory and compliance risks, including concerns about scrutiny from federal banking regulators, while cannabis businesses reported challenges such as account closures, limited access to loans, high fees and elevated borrowing costs. The report also noted that many cannabis companies and their employees continue to face barriers when accessing routine financial services despite the industry's growth. While some institutions said a federal safe-harbor banking law could encourage greater participation, others indicated that broader federal cannabis reforms would still be needed before they would enter the market. (Banking Journal)

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