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150d ago

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Trump signs executive order fast-tracking reclassification of marijuana

The move doesn't legalize marijuana, but reclassifying it would allow the FDA to study it for medical purposes.
Donald Trump.
Donald Trump.
152d ago

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Trump expected to sign an order moving to reclassify cannabis and open up medical potential

The move wouldn't legalize marijuana, but moving it from Schedule I to Schedule III would allow the FDA to study it for medical purposes.
Close up of a person's face smoking marijuana
Close up of a person's face smoking marijuana

The government shutdown may last longer because of a fight over hemp

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., said he will not support speedy passage of a deal to reopen the government because of a provision that would make some THC products illegal.
American flags planted to commemorate lung cancer victims fly in the wind along the National Mall.
American flags planted to commemorate lung cancer victims fly in the wind along the National Mall.
558d ago

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Florida amendment to legalize recreational marijuana falls short

Despite public backing from Donald Trump, marijuana will remain legal in the state only for medical use, NBC News projects.
Cannabis mother plants on shelves in a greenhouse
Cannabis mother plants on shelves in a greenhouse
615d ago

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Trump says he will vote yes on Florida ballot measure to legalize marijuana

If passed, the ballot measure would permit residents over 21 to possess, buy or consume marijuana recreationally.
Donald Trump speaks
Donald Trump speaks
624d ago

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Trump backs marijuana legalization in Florida if 'done correctly'

In a TruthSocial post, the former president said he expects a ballot measure to legalize marijuana in Florida to pass.
Michigan is considered a key battleground state in the upcoming November Presidential election.
Michigan is considered a key battleground state in the upcoming November Presidential election.
699d ago

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Maryland governor announces pardons of more than 175,000 marijuana convictions

The action makes Maryland the first state in the U.S. to issue mass pardons on cannabis paraphernalia-related convictions, Gov. Wes Moore’s office said.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol
705d ago

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Martha's Vineyard is about to run out of pot. That's led to a lawsuit and a scramble by regulators.

Unless something changes, the island’s only other cannabis dispensary will sell all its remaining supplies by September at the latest.
Cannabis leaves.
Cannabis leaves.
725d ago

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Teens who use marijuana are more likely to suffer psychotic disorders, study finds

The new research is more evidence linking cannabis to an increased risk of mental health disorders, including schizophrenia, anxiety and depression, particularly in adolescence.
A person prepares a marijuana cigarette.
A person prepares a marijuana cigarette.
731d ago

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Justice Department takes 'major step' toward rescheduling marijuana

In a video announcement Thursday, President Joe Biden said he is “committed to righting” the wrongs of a “failed approach to marijuana.”
Joe Biden walking in the garden
Joe Biden walking in the garden
747d ago

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DEA to reclassify marijuana, easing restrictions nationwide

Cannabis is currently classified along with drugs like heroin and LSD. The administration is expected to reschedule it in a category that includes steroids and Tylenol with codeine.
A cannabis plant
A cannabis plant