Hemp Crisis Threatens National Security | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

Former Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf is sounding the alarm over a dangerous new front in the drug crisis: foreign criminal syndicates, especially those tied to China, are flooding the U.S. with high-potency THC hemp products — turning what was meant to be a legal, safe industry into a national security threat. These products, often disguised as candy or drinks, are luring kids and adults alike with little to no oversight, age verification, or safety standards. Wolf warns that these operations are not just about marijuana — they’re linked to human trafficking, money laundering, and…