New Mexico Governor Criticizes Federal Cannabis Seizures and Border Security Management

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expresses frustration over federal actions on border security and cannabis seizures, citing negative impacts on state-licensed businesses.

• In a leaked audio, Governor Grisham criticizes Secretary Mayorkas for lack of communication and support regarding cannabis seizures and border security.
• Grisham accuses the Biden administration of 'persecuting' New Mexico by prioritizing federal laws over state interests.
• Federal agents have confiscated over $300,000 worth of state-licensed cannabis, impacting small businesses severely.
• The governor threatened to send a formal complaint to the Biden administration, expressing being 'boxed in' by current federal policies.
• Despite legalization in New Mexico, cannabis remains federally illegal, leading to ongoing conflicts between state and federal regulations.

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