NewzVirginia state senator Louise Lucas, a Democrat, is facing federal criminal charges including racketeering, drug trafficking, and money laundering. According to federal authorities, the lawmaker is accused of orchestrating and protecting an illegal marijuana enterprise operated by her own family.
In addition to the drug trafficking and racketeering allegations, investigators claim Lucas utilized her official political power and influence to shield the family-run marijuana ring from law enforcement scrutiny.
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