FBI raids Virginia Senate leader

Federal agents also searched a cannabis dispensary co-owned by Senator Lucas in Portsmouth, seizing documents and electronic devices.

Lucas, a powerful Democrat and key ally of gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger, has denounced the raid as a 'politically motivated' attack.

The investigation is reportedly focused on the allocation of licenses and state grants within the newly regulated marijuana market.

The raid has sent shockwaves through Virginia politics, as Lucas is one of the most influential figures in the state legislature.

No charges have been filed, but the probe is expected to continue for several months.