Trump considering marijuana reclassification
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CBS America
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The Trump administration is considering changing the federal classification of marijuana. Right now, at the federal level, marijuana is classified as a schedule one drug, the same classification as heroin and LSD.
Breakdown
- 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