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President Calls For Death To Drug Dealers, Senator Calls For Federal Cannabis Legalization

Plus, vote for the best cannabis journalist of the year

February 25, 2025

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Senator Calls For Federal Legalization Of Cannabis

Federal cannabis legalization got a mention over the weekend when Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) circulated a petition via a Saturday email blast calling on lawmakers to legalize marijuana on a federal level.

“I might be in the Senate, but now we’re still struggling and dicking around and we should just make legal weed,” Fetterman said. Read more at Marijuana Moment: Senator John Fetterman Circulates Petition To Legalize Marijuana At The Federal Level

Death To Drug Dealers, Says President Trump

Speaking of politicians opining on issues, President Trump had something to say about drug dealers recently, as he has in the past. On Friday Trump promoted his support for executing people who sell illicit drugs, calling it a “very humane” policy to prevent overdose deaths, adding that he’s “ready” to implement such a policy. Read more at the Ohio Capital Journal.

While I Have You Here… Let’s Vote For Benzinga’s Javier Hasse As The ‘Best Cannabis Journalist’ Of The Year

A leading voice in cannabis journalism, Javier Hasse was nominated for Best Cannabis Journalist (Mainstream – Americas) at the International Cannabis Awards 2025. The nomination places Hasse among some of the most influential reporters in the field, recognizing his relentless work in covering cannabis policy, business and culture.

The ICA, an event known as the “Oscars” of the cannabis industry, will take place as a virtual event, allowing global participation. Public voting is now open. Read all about it HERE.

Or better yet, cast your vote for Javier Hasse here: https://internationalcannabisawards.com/vote-icas-2025/

How E-Commerce Is Driving CBD Demand: Key Logistics Improvements To Note

E-commerce has grown significantly in recent years, and with it, so have many industries, including recreational cannabis and CBD. The global CBD market is expected to hit $6.91 billion by 2026.

Global Trade Daily writes that the cannabis industry is seeing significant growth due to various factors, including an increasing number of people who are regularly seeking natural solutions like cannabis to address issues like pain. At the same time, easing rules regarding CBD use has facilitated the acceptance of plant-derived wellness products, noted Global Trade.

Cannabis Earnings Reports In The Coming Days

  • Trulieve (OTC: TCNNF) – 02/27/25 8:30 AM ET

  • Verano Holdings (OTC: VRNOF) – 02/27/25 8:30 AM ET

  • Cronos Group (NASDAQ: CRON) – 02/27/25 8:30 AM ET

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