Virginia state lawmaker indicted by DOJ in marijuana trafficking conspiracy

What happened: The DOJ indicted Virginia Democratic state Sen. L. Louise Lucas and six others, including two daughters and a grandson, in a marijuana trafficking and corruption conspiracy. Lucas self-surrendered Thursday. Key numbers: 45-page indictment; seven defendants; more than 100 kilos of marijuana; Lucas is 82; probe known since May; searches of her office and a dispensary. Why it matters: Prosecutors allege Lucas used her roles as Senate pro-tempore and Finance and Appropriations chair to shield the activity. The AG and FBI director were expected to announce the case in Norfolk.

The DOJ indicted Virginia Democratic state Sen. L. Louise Lucas and six others, including two daughters and a grandson, in a marijuana trafficking and corruption conspiracy. Lucas self-surrendered Thursday.

Prosecutors allege Lucas used her roles as Senate pro-tempore and Finance and Appropriations chair to shield the activity. The AG and FBI director were expected to announce the case in Norfolk.