The recent rulings and statements surrounding gun control and marijuana use have garnered significant attention. The U.S. Supreme Court's decision emphasizes the legal stance that individuals who use marijuana should not possess firearms, as articulated by the Department of Justice in a federal court context. Additionally, President Biden has acknowledged the negative implications of marijuana use concerning gun control. In a related development, the Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled that a person who feels threatened must retreat before brandishing a weapon, adding another layer to the ongoing discourse on self-defense laws and gun ownership.