Virginia Enforcement: AG Jay Jones announced a new Regulated Products Enforcement Unit to centrally crack down on illegal vapes, THC/hemp-derived products, kratom, and other emerging intoxicants, with a focus on retail compliance and public education. Virginia Health & Safety: Virginia authorities are also moving to crack down on illegal vapes, THC, and kratom statewide, as regulators respond to new products and deceptive marketing. Local Governance & Community: A Student Government Association at James Madison University passed resolutions including one recognizing President Jim Schmidt and amended its constitution preamble, after a Campus History Committee trivia-style presentation. Federal Courts: A federal judge in Virginia ruled the FDA didn’t adequately explain prescriber certification requirements for mifepristone, sending the issue back to the agency while the requirements remain in place. Virginia Politics & Elections: Virginia’s primary election voter guide and related election updates are circulating ahead of the Aug. 11 in-person voting date. Data Centers Backlash: Loudoun County and other Virginia localities are weighing pauses or tighter rules on data center development amid concerns about water, power, noise, and heat.