Maine now a hot spot for marijuana growing by Chinese criminal groups, officials say

Maine has become a hot spot for illegal marijuana growing, and officials say they suspect ties to Chinese organized crime. In an exclusive interview, Maine Senator Susan Collins raises concerns about potential national security issues. NBC News' Jacob Soboroff reports for our ongoing series, Captives of Cannabis.

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