Marijuana
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signals openness to reviewing marijuana laws as Sen. Jim Banks urges keeping ban
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Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has indicated he is open to revisiting the state’s marijuana policy as neighboring states expand legal access and as the Trump administration moves to reclassify some marijuana products under federal law. Sen. Jim Banks, also a Republican, has urged Braun to maintain Indiana’s prohibitions, warning that legalization could worsen addiction and public-safety risks.
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in United States v. Hemani, challenging a federal law that prohibits unlawful drug users from possessing firearms. Justices from both conservative and liberal sides expressed skepticism about the statute's broad application, particularly to marijuana users. The case stems from a 2022 incident involving Ali Danial Hemani, who was convicted after admitting to frequent marijuana use.
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Mexico's Supreme Court (SCJN) fell one vote short of declaring unconstitutional the 5-gram limit on marijuana possession under the General Health Law. While five justices supported the proposal, the six votes needed for a general ruling were not reached. The decision only applies to an individual case involving a person detained in Ciudad Juárez with 14 grams.