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California state law enforcement officials recently announced the seizure of approximately $56.5 million worth of illegally cultivated cannabis, marking a significant initiative against unlawful marijuana operations. Conducted in November 2025, these coordinated raids across Los Angeles and Alameda counties reflect escalating efforts to uphold regulatory standards and address challenges associated with the black market, which continues to impact the legal cannabis industry.

In a groundbreaking move, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on December 17, 2023, marking what may become one of the most significant changes in U.S. cannabis policy in over fifty years. By directing federal agencies to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, the administration is loosening long-standing restrictions and paving the way for increased research, improved banking access, and tax relief for cannabis businesses.