Jeff Sessions

Senators to Sessions: Leave pot enforcement up to states

03/02/17

Eleven senators sent a letter to Attorney General Jeff Sessions asking him not to enforce federal pot laws in states that have legalized marijuana.

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House Democrats optimistic about pot banking bill despite Trump objections

02/28/17

Democratic lawmakers in favor of legitimizing marijuana business are not being discouraged by the Trump administration's comments indicating it may pursue a federal crackdown in states where pot is legal.

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Sessions would enforce federal pot laws, may end choke point

01/11/17

Attorney General-designate Sen. Jeff Sessions R-Ala., could pose a roadblock for marijuana businesses seeking financial services, but might also end a controversial Justice Department program targeting payment processors and financial institutions.

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