Feds Charge Virginia Democrat With Racketeering, Money Laundering Conspiracy

(Norfolk, VA) -- Federal authorities have charged Virginia State Senator L. Louise Lucas with racketeering and money laundering conspiracy. It's a part of an alleged public corruption case related to a cannabis business owned by the Democrat. A Justice Department spokesperson said Lucas surrendered to authorities on Thursday. She was also hit with a charge of conspiracy to distribute marijuana. A few other others were also taken into custody as part of the alleged scheme. Lucas is known as a major critic of President Trump and is considered a powerful lawmaker in the state.