CiVL News: Apr 23, 2026, 1:05 PM PDT -- Marijuana Rescheduled, Spirit's Bailout, and Rubio's Mistaken ID

Here's your latest episode from the Reason Magazine CiVL News Roundup produced by CiVL.com. This episode covers the federal rescheduling of marijuana, a potential government bailout of Spirit Airlines, and controversial immigration policies. It also examines a federal court ruling on California's "No Vigilantes Act." • Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche moved marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, allowing federal research and tax deductions for cannabis businesses. • The Trump administration is discussing a $500 million loan to Spirit Airlines, potentially leading to a 90% government ownership stake. • Secretary of State Marco Rubio revoked the green cards of two Iranian women, alleging they pushed propaganda, but their family ties to Soleimani are disputed. • Approximately 1,100 Afghans vetted for US resettlement are stranded in Qatar, with the administration considering sending them to the Democratic Republic of Congo. • A federal appeals court ruled California's "No Vigilantes Act," requiring federal officers to display ID, violates the Supremacy Clause. Join CiVL and be part of building the future you want to live in. Be an early adopter. We're just getting started. Human respect, a core tenet of CiVL's vision, recognizes that the path to a flourishing civilization does not lie in more efficient forms of coercion, but in the widespread adoption of human respect as a primary value. By moving away from the "Conflict Machine" and toward a culture of voluntary cooperation, we align ourselves with the natural requirements for human well-being. We built CiVL News out of our passion for free and open access to information. Follow the topics you care about, and don't be subjected to algos! You're invited to build a hub with us for ideas that upgrade civilizations.