Politics
Synthetic Kratom and Government Crackdown
Federal authorities are intensifying their efforts to regulate synthetic kratom extracts known as 'gas station opioids.' The Drug Enforcement Administration has signaled increased concerns over the health risks associated with these substances, which are sold legally in most states.
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The Hill
Federal authorities and lawmakers are cracking down on synthetic concentrates of kratom, an herbal product sold legally over the counter in most states, as concerns rise over their risk to public health. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) signaled heightened concerns about kratom-derived ext
2026-10-10 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Republican lawmakers are pushing back on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s decision to livestream the execution of the convicted Fort Hood shooter, former Army Maj. Nidal Hasan, who killed 13 people in Texas in 2009. Lawmakers in both chambers said the focus should be on justice for the victims and
2026-10-10 10:00 UTC