Anthony Martinelli is founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Marijuana Herald. Anthony previously served as Editor-in-Chief of TheJointBlog.com, and he has worked as a campaign manager and communications director for multiple political campaigns and elected officials. You can reach Anthony at Info@TheMarijuanaHerald.com.
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President Trump Endorses Joe Gruters for RNC Chair, Backs Medical Marijuana and Open to Recreational Legalization
President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind Florida State Senator Joe Gruters to lead the Republican National Committee, a move that could mark a historic shift for the party on marijuana policy. In a statement posted to Truth Social, Trump praised Gruters as “somebody who will do a wonderful job as the Chairman of …
Over 30 Attorneys General Urge Congress to Pass SAFER Banking Act to Establish Nationwide Cannabis Banking
A coalition of more than 30 attorneys general is urging Congress to pass the SAFER Banking Act, legislation that would provide legal protections for banks serving state-licensed marijuana businesses. Led by Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown, the bipartisan group submitted a letter to congressional leaders highlighting the urgent need to reform federal banking laws. They …
California Extends Deadline for Cannabis Research Grant Applications, Up to $30 Million Available
The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has extended the deadline for academic researchers to submit cannabis-related grant proposals, with submissions now accepted through 11:59 PM on Friday, August 29, 2025. The extension gives eligible researchers at California public universities additional time to apply for a share of up to $30 million in grant funding. …
Study: Medical Marijuana Use Linked to Lower Emergency and Urgent Care Visits in Chronic Pain Patients, Better Quality of Life
Medical marijuana use may reduce reliance on emergency and urgent care services for individuals with chronic pain, according to a large new study published in the journal Pharmacy. Researchers from George Mason University analyzed health and survey data from more than 5,200 adults across 36 states who received medical marijuana certifications through a telehealth platform. …
Texas Lawmaker Files Bill to Legalize Marijuana
A Texas lawmaker has introduced new legislation that would legalize recreational marijuana. Filed by Representative Jessica González (D), House Bill 195 would allow those 21 and older to possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana, and up to 15 grams of marijuana concentrates. Adults could also gift cannabis to one another within those limits, as …
Michigan Leads Nation in Per Capita Marijuana Sales, Followed by New Mexico, Montana, Missouri and Massachusetts
Michigan generated more per capita marijuana revenue in June than any other state, with residents purchasing over $26.50 worth of legal marijuana per person. In June, Michigan brought in $268.4 million in marijuana sales for the month, placing it second in total revenue behind only California. But when adjusting for population using the most recent …
Turkey Approves Law Allowing Pharmacies to Sell Low-THC Hemp Products to Patients
Turkey’s Parliament has passed a new law that will allow licensed pharmacies to sell low-THC hemp-derived products to patients with qualifying medical conditions, including cancer, epilepsy, PTSD and chronic pain. The legislation, approved on July 20, expands Turkey’s industrial hemp program to include processing, distribution and retail sales of nonintoxicating cannabinoid products. The Ministry of …
Canada’s Legal Marijuana Sales Hit Record CA$485 Million in May, Pushing 2025 Total Past CA$2.2 Billion
Canada’s legal marijuana market hit a new monthly high in May, generating CA$485.421 million in sales, according to new data released today from Statistics Canada. The figure marks the single largest month for cannabis revenue since legal sales began in 2019, surpassing the previous record of CA$466.7 million set just last month.
Montana Legal Cannabis Sales Top $150 Million in 2025, Bringing in Nearly $30 Million in Tax Revenue
Montana’s legal marijuana market has now exceeded $150 million in sales for 2025, according to new data released by the Department of Revenue. In June alone, legal marijuana sales reached $27,123,762, including $24,054,954 from adult-use sales and $3,068,808 from the state’s medical marijuana program. That brings the total sales for 2025 to $156,136,784, with adult-use …
Newly Confirmed DEA Chief Terrance Cole to Take Over Marijuana Rescheduling Case Following Judge’s Retirement
A day after the U.S. Senate confirmed Terrance Cole as the new head of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the agency’s lead administrative judge announced his retirement, effectively handing the stalled marijuana rescheduling case directly to Cole who has said it will be one of his top priorities. Judge John Mulrooney, who has overseen the …
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