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Is Trump changing marijuana policy?

Asked 16 hours ago

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Trump is considering reclassifying marijuana from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, which would ease research and reduce some penalties but not legalize it. A decision is expected soon.

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Trump considering marijuana reclassification

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  • The Trump administration is considering changing marijuana's federal status.
  • Marijuana could be reclassified from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3, easing research and penalties. 44s
  • Reclassification would not legalize marijuana or automatically release those incarcerated for related offenses. 1m 17s
  • Over two dozen states have legalized recreational marijuana, and 40 allow medical use. 1m 52s
  • A decision on reclassification is expected within weeks, potentially influencing state policies. 2m 48s
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Trump considering marijuana reclassification
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CBS America
16 hours ago
Trump considering marijuana reclassification

President Trump says a preliminary decision on lowering marijuana's federal designation could come soon, with reclassification under consideration.

Trump considering marijuana reclassification
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CBS America
16 hours ago
Trump considering marijuana reclassification

Reclassifying marijuana to Schedule 3 would make it easier for scientists to study its uses and reduce some criminal penalties, but not legalize it.

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Fox News
1 day ago
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Trump is considering reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, with a decision expected in the next few weeks.

President Trump considers reclassifying marijuana
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Fox News
1 day ago
President Trump considers reclassifying marijuana

Trump is considering reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from Schedule 1 to Schedule 3.

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CNBC
2 days ago
Pot stocks move on news Trump floats reclassification

Trump's administration is exploring reclassification for marijuana, which would lighten criminal penalties and change its federal standing.

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