Va. Sen. Louise Lucas, six others indicted in federal cannabis corruption case

States Newsroom · October 22, 2026

State Sen. Louise Lucas of Portsmouth, one of Virginia’s most powerful Democrats, was indicted Thursday on federal racketeering, marijuana distribution and money laundering conspiracy charges, with prosecutors alleging she used her legislative influence to protect and enrich a cannabis business she co-owns. Lucas, 82…

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