100 workers detained in coordinated operation at California cultivation sites; industry leaders warn of broader implications July 12, 2025 — The cannabis industry confronted a stark reminder of its federal vulnerability this week when immigration agents backed by National Guard troops raided two Glass House Farms cultivation facilities in California, detaining approximately 100 agricultural workers and sparking violent protests that required tear gas deployment. The coordinated enforcement action on July 10 targeted the licensed cannabis producer's sites in Carpinteria and Camarillo, marking one of the most significant federal interventions in California's legal cannabis sector since adult-use legalization. Company Response and Ongoing Investigation...
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