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$10 Million Reward For Former Olympic Snowboarder On FBI's 10 Most Wanted List For Murder, Drug Trafficking

Former Olympian snowboarder Ryan Wedding is on FBI's Most Wanted list for drug trafficking and murders, with a $10 million reward for his arrest.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Freeze On Billions In Congressional Funds: 'Executive Put Itself Above Congress'

Fed judge extends order preventing Trump admin from freezing funds for 22 states & DC. Exec overreach ruled unconstitutional. Victory for AGs.

Cannabis For Pain Relief: Scientists Develop New Compound Without Mind-Altering Effects — Alternative To Opioids?

New compound mimics natural molecule in cannabis plant, providing pain relief without addictive side effects.

Trump May Lose Interest In Legal Marijuana During 'Disorderly Situation,' Conservative Cabinet, Says Analyst; Could Musk Come To The Rescue?

The White House has neglected marijuana legalization amidst a flurry of executive orders, leaving the issue in limbo.

Melania Trump's Guest List For President's Congressional Address Underscores Vast Social Differences From Biden Era

Melania Trump invited guests to Congress address reflecting Trump's policies. Notable guests include family of slain police officer and victims of deepfake images and undocumented immigrants.

Trump's 25% Tariffs On Auto Imports Are Worth The 'Short-Term Pain,' Says Ohio GOP Senator

Ohio Senator supports Trump's tariffs on auto imports from Canada and Mexico, despite industry concerns. He also wants to repeal emissions rules.

Cuomo's Mayoral Bid Shakes Up NYC Race, Drawing Major Power Brokers And Critics Alike

Cuomo's NYC mayoral bid gains support from influential figures like Ken Langone, Anthony Scaramucci, and Marc Lasry. Billionaire Lloyd Blankfein calls him smart, capable, and pragmatic.

THC-Infused Coffee Pods? House Of Kush Blends Cannabis & Caffeine For The Ultimate Wake & Bake

Robert F. Kennedy's Confirmation: Cannabis Advocates Question His New Vow To 'Follow The Science' On Marijuana's Harms

Kennedy once said marijuana was a way to help "solve America's drug addiction problem." Now he's "follow the science" on the harms.

Trump White House Bans AP Reporter Over 'Gulf Of America' Conflict: Is A First Amendment Court Case In The Works?

An AP exec said the agency will 'defend its constitutional rights' and the public's right to independent news coverage of their government.

Trump Appoints Anti-Cannabis 'Just Say No' Drug Warrior As DEA Chief To 'Make America Safe Again'

Trump has already appointed a string of tough-on-crime figures to key roles, not to mention Elon Musk who wants to drug test federal workers.

Trump Administration Secures Release Of Cannabis Prisoner Marc Fogel From 14-Year Russian Sentence

Fogel, a former US diplomat, is being released by Russia after 14 years for cannabis possession. The White House negotiated his return.

Trump Says We Will 'Take Gaza' And 'Cherish It' In White House Meeting With Jordan's King Abdullah

Trump insists that there has been support for his plan to turn Gaza into a resort, though most world leaders criticized his plan.

Cannabis Grow Facilities Consume 100 Times More Energy Than The Average Walmart

Indoor marijuana cultivation in the US consumes more energy than all outdoor agriculture combined, shows recent study.

Elon Musk on Time Magazine Cover Behind Resolute Desk Appeared to Surprise Trump

President Trump seemed somewhat irritated when asked about the new Time magazine cover portraying Elon Musk behind the presidential desk.

Trump Hints At Rekindling Nippon Steel's $14 Billion Acquisition Of United Steel In Talks With Japanese PM Ishiba

Trump hinted that he may be weighing the possibility of allowing Nippon Steel to proceed with a $14.1 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel.

Super Bowl Potluck Party: These NFL Legends Bring The Wrong Kind Of 'Pot' To Dinner [VIDEO]

The video follows Ricky Williams and Calvin Johnson to a game-day potluck watch party where they bring the wrong kind of 'pot' to the dinner.

Elon Musk, Who Smoked Weed On Rogan's Podcast, Calls Federal Drug Testing A 'Great Idea'

Elon Musk backs mandatory drug testing for federal employees to cut government spending, despite his past issues with drug use.

Bill Gates Reflects On LSD, Cannabis, Risk-Taking And Influence Of Paul Allen And Jimi Hendrix

Bill Gates smoked weed to impress girls. At 21, he stopped LSD and, a decade later, became a billionaire. That must have impressed the girls.

Elon Musk's Expanding Government Role 'Far Beyond' Appropriate, GOP Senator Warns

Sen. Collins is one of the only GOP lawmakers to decry Musk's growing influence over Trump and unfettered access to the federal government.