Politics8/11/2025•Bloomberg

Trump Says Decision on Marijuana Classification Coming in Weeks

Trump Says Decision on Marijuana Classification Coming in Weeks

Title: Trump Hints at Marijuana Reclassification President Donald Trump has indicated that he is considering reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, stating that he will make a decision on the matter in the coming weeks. This announcement comes as the debate over the legal status of cannabis continues to be a contentious issue in the United States. Currently, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, the same category as heroin and LSD, which means it is considered to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use. However, a growing number of states have legalized the use of marijuana for medical or recreational purposes, creating a conflict with federal law. The president's comments suggest that he may be open to a potential change in the federal government's stance on marijuana, which could have significant implications for the industry and the ongoing debate over drug policy in the country.

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