On June 19, 2026, the Supreme Court issued a ruling regarding firearm possession and marijuana use. The decision was technically unanimous, stating that the government cannot criminally prosecute an individual for possessing a firearm solely based on their admission of using marijuana a few times a week. The ruling revealed underlying divisions among the justices, with Conservative Justice Samuel Alito and Liberal Justice Elena Kagan expressing differing views.
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Supreme Court Rules on Gun Possession and Marijuana Use
The Supreme Court ruled that the government cannot prosecute individuals for firearm possession based solely on their admission of marijuana use. The ruling, while unanimous, highlighted divisions among the justices.
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Supreme Court Rules on Gun Possession and Marijuana Use