Federal authorities charge Virginia Sen. L. Louise Lucas
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Federal authorities charged Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas and six others in an alleged marijuana trafficking, bribery and money-laundering scheme, the Justice Department said. Lucas surrendered Thursday and faces five charges; prosecutors allege she led the scheme since at least 2019 and used her political influence in connection with her cannabis business.
WHO:Federal authorities and prosecutors in the Eastern District of Virginia
WHAT:Federal authorities charged L. Louise Lucas and six co-defendants in an alleged marijuana trafficking, bribery and money-laundering scheme.
WHEN:Oct 22, 2026
WHERE:Norfolk, USA
WHY:Prosecutors allege Lucas used her political influence to support the scheme and benefit the cannabis business.
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