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Published on Dec 16, 2024

DEA Calls For Increased DMT Production In 2025 To Support Development Of FDA-Approved Psychedelic Drug

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is increasing the 2025 quota for the legal production of DMT in the U.S., saying it agrees with requests for the adjustment to “support legitimate research and scientific efforts” to develop a Food and Drug …

Source: Marijuana Moment - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

DEA Expands Operation OD Justice to Combat Fentanyl Crisis Nationwide

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced the continued expansion of Operation OD Justice, a nationwide initiative focused on investigating drug poisonings and overdose deaths linked to fentanyl and other illicit drugs. …

Source: Big Country News Connection - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Former Chicago DEA boss who helped catch El Chapo wants Trump to let him run agency

Jack Riley, the fiery former head of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s office in Chicago, says he wants to come out of retirement to run the agency in Washington and “take another swing of the bat.” In November, President-elect Donald Trump selected …

Source: Chicago Sun Times - Illinois - Neutral
Published on 01:16 GMT

Cannabis Research Company Asks DEA Judge To Let Young Medical Marijuana Patient Testify At Rescheduling Hearing

A cannabis research company is asking a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) judge to allow it to add a young medical marijuana patient and advocate as a witness in an upcoming hearing on the Biden administration’s proposal to reschedule the drug. In a …

Source: Marijuana Moment - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Omaha DEA reports drug overdose decline, warns of fentanyl danger

OMAHA, Neb. (KOLN) - For the first time since 2018, the United States has seen a decrease in drug overdose deaths and poisonings, the Drug Enforcement Administration Omaha Division reported Monday. With the holidays bringing families together, the DEA is …

Source: KOLN - Nebraska - Label Pending
Published on Dec 16, 2024

DEA: Fentanyl threat continues

The Omaha division of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is encouraging people across the Midwest to make the most of this time together by talking about the dangers of fentanyl and the consequences of drug experimentation. The number of deaths by …

Source: North Platte Bulletin - Nebraska - Label Pending
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Cannabis Bioscience Fights to Include Longtime Patient as Witness in DEA Rescheduling Hearing

[PRESS RELEASE] – HOUSTON, Dec. 16, 2024 – Cannabis Bioscience International Holdings (CBIH) continues its unwavering advocacy for cannabis as a legitimate medicine by formally petitioning to have Alexis Bortell, long-time cannabis advocate and patient, …

Source: Cannabis Business Times - Neutral
Published on 03:04 GMT

Drug overdoses and overdose death fall in U.S., first time in several years.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - According to the CDC, for the first time in six years, the United States has seen a drop in drug overdoses and drug overdose deaths. The Biden Administration is boasting this as a huge victory on the issue. The CDC …

Source: Dakota News Now - South Dakota - Uncategorized
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Top Marijuana Industry Group Asks DEA Judge Whether It Can Question Agency In Rescheduling Hearings

One of the nation’s leading marijuana industry associations is asking a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) judge to clarify whether it will be afforded the opportunity to cross-examine the agency during upcoming hearings on the Biden administration’s …

Source: Marijuana Moment - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Wolves of Wall Street are ditching cocaine for ADHD drugs and nicotine patches to 'have an edge' through long hours

Junior Wall Street bankers are ditching cocaine for focus-boosting ADHD prescription drugs and nicotine patches in an effort to 'have an edge' through the long hours, insiders say. Jonah Frey, a former investment banker for Wells Fargo, told the …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Guatemala’s president says cocaine was moved in the DR; DR collaborating with DEA on 9.8 ton findings report

The container of bananas that would have carried close to ten tons of cocaine to Antwerp, Belgium was not “contaminated” in Guatemala, according to Guatemala’s President Bernardo Arevalo. He cited sources in the Dominican Republic confirming the drugs were …

Source: DR1 - Neutral
Published on Dec 16, 2024

CBIH Files Petition to Include Alexis Bortell as Witness in DEA Rescheduling Hearing

HOUSTON, Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cannabis Bioscience International Holdings (CBIH) continues its unwavering advocacy for cannabis as a legitimate medicine by formally petitioning to have Ms. Alexis Bortell, long-time cannabis advocate and patient …

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Published on Dec 16, 2024

Data show drug deaths dropping in Pa., U.S.

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Drug overdose deaths are in decline in Pennsylvania and across the country, according to new preliminary federal data. Year-over-year provisional counts of fatal drug overdoses show a 17% drop nationwide as of July, according to the …

Source: The Tribune-Democrat - Pennsylvania - Label Pending
Published on Dec 16, 2024

US private equity firm said to bid for Israeli spyware maker Paragon

Israeli cyber intelligence startup Paragon Solutions, backed by former prime minister Ehud Barak is being sold to US private equity firm AE Industrial Partners, in a deal worth at least $500 million. Financial details of the deal have not yet been …

Source: The Times of Israel - Neutral
Published on Dec 15, 2024

2 arrested in McDowell County's largest drug bust; $3.8 million in meth seized

Authorities said the case remains under active investigation with additional charges pending. MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. — Two people have been arrested after a drug bust in McDowell County where around $3.8 million in meth was seized from a vehicle, according …

Source: WFMY News 2 - North Carolina - Label Pending
Published on Dec 15, 2024

McDowell County deputies: 2 men arrested in connection to the largest drug bust

2 men arrested in connection to the largest drug bust in McDowell County, $3.8M seized in meth, officials say Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Updated: 12:14 PM EST Dec 15, 2024 BRIAN. AND WHAT’S OUR FORECAST LOOKING LIKE FOR IT ALL? GOOD …

Source: WXII 12 - North Carolina - Neutral
Published on Dec 15, 2024

Eastern Shore Drug-Trafficking Ring Indicted

12 Annapolis, MD- Thirty-nine individuals were indicted in connection to a drug-trafficking ring on the Eastern Shore following a coordinated investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies. The covert operation, launched in Spring by Wicomico Narcotics …

Source: Shore News Network - Center-right
Published on Dec 15, 2024

Lahore gold trader Asif Hafeez pleads guilty to drug-trafficking charges

NEW YORK/LONDON: Lahore gold trader and Pakistani national Muhammad Asif Hafeez has pleaded guilty in the US to drug trafficking charges after he was accused in a global drugs case also implicating Bollywood star Mumta Kulkarni and her husband Vicky …

Source: GEO TV - Pro-Government
Published on Dec 16, 2024

Vital Signs: Digital Health Law Update | Fall-Winter 2024

INTRODUCTION Note From the Editors We bring you Vital Signs, a curated, one-stop resource on the most notable digital health law updates from our U.S. and global contributors. In Industry Insights, we present a timely discussion about increasing litigation …

Source: JD Supra - Label Pending

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Published on December 6, 2024 - 11:01 GMT

Campaign Finance Reform: Limiting Big Money in Politics

More than 70% of U.S. adults, Democrats and Republicans alike, say that there should be limits on the amount of money individuals and organizations can spend on political campaigns. Even more, 85%, believe that the cost of political campaigns makes it hard …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 13:00 GMT

CBIH Files Petition to Include Alexis Bortell as Witness in DEA Rescheduling Hearing

HOUSTON, Dec. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cannabis Bioscience International Holdings (CBIH) continues its unwavering advocacy for cannabis as a legitimate medicine by formally petitioning to have Ms. Alexis Bortell, long-time cannabis advocate and patient …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 22:41 GMT

Missouri sees first significant decline in drug overdose deaths in nearly a decade

Media Contact: Sami Jo Freeman Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services JEFFERSON CITY, MO – While the opioid epidemic is not over, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports the first significant year-over-year decrease in …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 22:32 GMT

Missouri sees first significant decline in drug overdose deaths in nearly a decade

Media Contact: Sami Jo Freeman Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services JEFFERSON CITY, MO – While the opioid epidemic is not over, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services reports the first significant year-over-year decrease in …

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Published on December 13, 2024 - 20:48 GMT

Doctor Charged for Unlawful Distribution of Oxycodone and Other Controlled Substances

A New Jersey doctor was arrested yesterday for unlawfully distributing oxycodone and other controlled substances. According to court documents, Larry Pettis, 76, of Westampton, owned a medical practice that had multiple locations in New Jersey that …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 20:57 GMT

TD Bank Insider Arrested and Charged with Facilitating Money Laundering

A former Florida-based employee of TD Bank N.A. was arrested and charged by criminal complaint yesterday for facilitating money laundering to Colombia through the financial institution. According to court documents, Leonardo Ayala, 24, worked at a TD Bank …

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Published on December 11, 2024 - 01:51 GMT

Border Patrol agents seize nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl after short pursuit

ALPINE, Calif. — After trying to flee from agents, two suspected drug smugglers were arrested, and narcotics were seized. Fentanyl smugglers crashed their vehicle on Interstate 8 during an attempt to flee Border Patrol agents. Thursday afternoon at …

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Published on October 24, 2024 - 12:47 GMT

DPH Asks Residents to Use ‘Drug Take Back Day’ Events to Safely Dispose of Unused Prescription Medicines

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Oct. 24, 2024 COLUMBIA, S.C. — Twice a year, in April and October, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) partners with local law enforcement and other community organizations to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Days. The …

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Published on September 9, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

DPS Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Seizure in Carson County (Northwest Texas Region)

CARSON COUNTY – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) seized more than 16 pounds of suspected cocaine and nearly two pounds of suspected fentanyl after a Texas Highway Patrol Trooper stopped a vehicle in Carson County. On Friday, September 6, at 5: …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 21:15 GMT

Cytogel Pharma Welcomes Dr. Eric Lang to Its Board of Directors

Cytogel Pharma, dedicated to developing innovative pain management solutions, announces appointment of Dr. Eric Lang to its Board of Directors. DARIEN, CT, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cytogel Pharma, a clinical stage …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 19:00 GMT

Ron Feder of RJ Feder & Associates Completes Major Ground Lease for Strategic Development in Chatsworth, CA

CHATSWORTH, CA, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ron Feder, President of RJ Feder & Associates, Inc. and Senior Managing Director at Peak Commercial (peakcommercial.com), has successfully completed a long-term ground …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 15:59 GMT

The EU Tightens Pressure: Russian Tankers and Chinese Suppliers Sanctioned – Alona Lebedieva

KYIV, UKRAINE, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Council of the European Union has approved the fifteenth package of sanctions aimed at increasing economic and political pressure on Russia. The new restrictions target 54 individuals, 30 …

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Published on December 17, 2024 - 03:26 GMT

Gov. Justice orders flags to half-staff on Tuesday, December 17, in honor of former WV Supreme Court Justice Darrell ...

After serving three years in the United States Army, Justice McGraw attended West Virginia University. He graduated from the West Virginia College of Law with both a Masters degree and a Juris Doctorate. Justice McGraw served as legal counsel to Governor …

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Published on December 17, 2024 - 03:04 GMT

Justice Department Announces Significant Progress in Policing Reforms by the Baltimore Police Department and the City of ...

The Justice Department and City of Baltimore filed a joint motion on Friday seeking court approval to declare the city and the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) in full and effective compliance with key consent decree requirements related to First …

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Published on December 17, 2024 - 03:04 GMT

Resident of China Sentenced to 24 Months in Prison for Conspiring to Send Leading Electric Vehicle Company’s Trade ...

Klaus Pflugbeil, 59, of Ningbo, China, was sentenced today to 24 months in prison for conspiring to send trade secrets that belong to a leading U.S.-based electric vehicle company (Victim Company-1). Pflugbeil, a resident of the People’s Republic of China …

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Published on December 17, 2024 - 03:04 GMT

Doctor Pleads Guilty in $5.5M COVID-19 Fraud Scheme

A Texas physician pleaded guilty today in connection with his role in a $5.5 million over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 test fraud scheme. According to court documents, Mark Mazzare M.D., 57, of Tyler, purchased Medicare beneficiary identifiers (BINs) that …

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Published on December 17, 2024 - 03:04 GMT

Founder of Iranian Company Arrested for Providing Material Support to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), and ...

Mahdi Mohammad Sadeghi, 42, a dual U.S.-Iranian national of Natick, Massachusetts, and Mohammad Abedininajafabadi, also known as Mohammad Abedini (Abedini), 38, of Tehran, Iran, have been charged with conspiring to export sophisticated electronic …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 23:39 GMT

Office of the Governor – News Release – Gov. Green Submits Biennium Budget Prioritizing Affordability, Housing, Health ...

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA GOVERNOR GREEN SUBMITS BUDGET PRIORITIZING AFFORDABILITY, HOUSING, HEALTH CARE, EDUCATION AND BIOSECURITY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 16, 2024 HONOLULU — Governor …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 21:03 GMT

Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Delivers Remarks at the 2024 John Sherman Award Presentation

Remarks as Delivered Thanks, Jonathan. Thanks to all of you for coming here to celebrate Bill Baer — a legend of the antitrust bar, and my friend. Bill and I met more than 40 years ago, when we both joined Arnold & Porter after our first tours of duty …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 21:03 GMT

Justice Department Finds Arizona’s Department of Child Safety Discriminates Against Parents and Children with ...

The Justice Department today announced its findings that the State of Arizona’s Department of Child Safety (DCS) violates Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by discriminating against parents, including foster parents and other caregivers …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 21:03 GMT

Virginia Man Convicted for Crypto Financing Scheme to ISIS

A jury convicted Mohammed Azharuddin Chhipa, 35, of Springfield, Virginia, on Dec. 13 for charges relating to his efforts to provide material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a foreign terrorist organization. According to court …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 21:03 GMT

Remembering Former Assistant Attorney General J. Stanley Pottinger of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division

Former Assistant Attorney General J. Stanley Pottinger of the Civil Rights Division died on Nov. 27th in Princeton, New Jersey. He was 84 years old. Mr. Pottinger’s career was extraordinarily varied, marked by success as a banker, attorney and best-selling …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 21:03 GMT

DOJ Finds Arizona’s Dept. of Child Safety Discriminated Against Parents & Children with Disabilities

The Justice Department announced today its finding that Arizona’s Department of Child Safety (DCS) violates the ADA by discriminating against parents, including foster parents and other caregivers, and children with disabilities. DCS failed to communicate …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 07:42 GMT

FORMER PRINCIPAL CHIEF CHAD SMITH RELEASES BOOK ON CHEROKEE LEGAL HISTORY AND CURRENT ISSUES

Former Cherokee Nation Chief Smith releases new book, "Cherokee Nation- Proceed Undaunted.", a commentary on Cherokee Nation’s history, corruption, and hope. TAHLEQUAH, OK, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 17:57 GMT

Mayor Michelle Wu Celebrates Hundreds of First Time New Homebuyers Supported by the City of Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu today joined the Office of Housing’s Boston Home Center, the Boston Housing Authority (BHA), and hundreds of new homeowners to celebrate a milestone in Boston’s efforts to expand homeownership opportunities. In 2024, the Boston Home …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 16:52 GMT

Sessions and Mfume Send Bipartisan Letter Requesting GAO to Review Persistent Issues with DOD’s Vetting System

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce Chairman Pete Sessions (R-Texas) and Ranking Member Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.) continue their bipartisan oversight of the Department of Defense’s personnel vetting practices. The …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 15:05 GMT

The Leader’s Floor Lookout: Week of December 16, 2024

Increasing Efficiency in Congressional Disapproval of Overreaching Rules When the Founding Fathers wrote the Constitution and set up our government, they separated powers between the three branches to prevent too much concentration of power in one …

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Published on December 16, 2024 - 15:05 GMT

Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview – Week of December 16, 2024

Here’s what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week: Homeland Security On Wednesday, December 18, the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security will hold a hearing entitled “Examining the Polar Security Cutter: An Update …

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Published on December 14, 2024 - 18:21 GMT

(Video) U.S. Senators and Generals Advocate for Regime Change in Iran at Senate Gathering

Shaheen said," The importance of supporting the Iranian people’s right to self-determination, urging, “We must invest in democracy, human rights, and justice." PARIS, FRANCE, December 14, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Council …

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Published on December 6, 2024 - 11:01 GMT

Campaign Finance Reform: Limiting Big Money in Politics

More than 70% of U.S. adults, Democrats and Republicans alike, say that there should be limits on the amount of money individuals and organizations can spend on political campaigns. Even more, 85%, believe that the cost of political campaigns makes it hard …

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Published on November 14, 2024 - 20:12 GMT

2024 Trump Victory Factors: How Money and Media Shaped the Election

For more than 30 years I developed strategies, produced media and managed political campaigns. I specialized in long odds races against entrenched incumbents and won a fair share of them. I’m no stranger to political upsets. But never in my personal …

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