U.S. charges 82-year-old Virginia Democratic lawmaker in alleged drug scheme

An 82-year-old Virginia Democratic state senator, L. Louise Lucas, has been charged by U.S. prosecutors for allegedly operating an illegal cannabis business alongside family members. Lucas has described the federal government's actions as an overreaching move against her, highlighting the serious implications of drug trafficking charges on her political career and personal life. This case underscores the strict stance the U.S. government takes on illegal drug operations, regardless of the individual's age or political standing.