In a surprising turn of tone from Washington, federal officials appear to be signaling accelerated interest in expanding access to psychedelic-assisted therapy.During a recent conversation on The Joe Rogan Experience, podcast host The Joe Rogan Experience spoke with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about the future of mental health treatment in the United States. Kennedy indicated that … [Read more...] about From Red Tape to Magic Mushrooms? Washington Suddenly in a Hurry
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Touchdown for Clemency: Trump Pardons Former NFL Star in Marijuana Case
President Donald Trump has granted a pardon to a former NFL standout who was convicted years ago of trafficking a large amount of marijuana — a move that’s drawing attention as federal cannabis policy continues to evolve.Among several clemency decisions involving ex-professional football players, the pardon included Nate Newton, a three-time Super Bowl champion offensive … [Read more...] about Touchdown for Clemency: Trump Pardons Former NFL Star in Marijuana Case
GOP Senator Says Trump Got Bad Weed Advice
A Republican senator is publicly breaking ranks with the White House over marijuana policy, saying President Donald Trump was “poorly advised” on the push to reschedule cannabis under federal law.The comments came after the senator said he raised his concerns directly with the president, signaling growing friction within the GOP over how the administration is handling cannabis … [Read more...] about GOP Senator Says Trump Got Bad Weed Advice
Trump Talks CBD, Stocks Go ‘High’ on Hype
The cannabis market experienced a notable surge following a recent video in which former President Donald Trump highlighted the benefits of hemp-derived CBD for older Americans and advocated for broader access through Medicare and Medicaid. In the brief video, Trump described CBD as a significant tool for managing pain and stress among seniors, emphasizing the importance of … [Read more...] about Trump Talks CBD, Stocks Go ‘High’ on Hype
Trump’s DOJ Cranks Up the Heat on Weed — And Advocates Say the Drug War Is Back
In a move that feels like déjà vu from the country’s harshest drug-war days, a federal prosecutor in Wyoming has announced that the Trump administration views marijuana not as a state-regulated industry or a mellow weekend habit — but as a public safety hazard. And just like that, the temperature around cannabis policy shot straight back into the red. A Sudden Shift in … [Read more...] about Trump’s DOJ Cranks Up the Heat on Weed — And Advocates Say the Drug War Is Back
White House Suggests Cannabis Reform Could Be a Political Win as Trump Weighs Rescheduling
A senior White House official has suggested that marijuana reform could be a strategically advantageous political move, as former President Donald Trump considers whether to move forward with rescheduling cannabis under federal law — a process initiated during the Biden administration. According to reports, conversations within Trump’s circle indicate that cannabis policy is … [Read more...] about White House Suggests Cannabis Reform Could Be a Political Win as Trump Weighs Rescheduling
Trump’s CBD Endorsement Sends Cannabis Stocks Soaring
Cannabis stocks surged in pre-market trading on Monday after former President Donald Trump publicly endorsed cannabidiol (CBD) as a potential breakthrough in senior healthcare. In a weekend social media post, Trump suggested that CBD could help slow disease progression and serve as an alternative to prescription medications for older adults. The statement ignited a wave of … [Read more...] about Trump’s CBD Endorsement Sends Cannabis Stocks Soaring
House Democrats Reintroduce Federal Cannabis Legalization Bill as Trump Considers Rescheduling
In a renewed push for comprehensive cannabis reform, a contingent of House Democrats, spearheaded by Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.), re-introduced the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act, aiming to federally deschedule marijuana by removing it from the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The move coincides with President Trump’s expected decision on whether … [Read more...] about House Democrats Reintroduce Federal Cannabis Legalization Bill as Trump Considers Rescheduling
Cannabis Reform Advocates Say Trump May Be Key to Federal Breakthrough
Federal marijuana reform could arrive sooner than many expect—and former President Donald Trump might be the one to deliver it. That’s the message from two well-connected cannabis advocates who spoke this week at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago.Weldon Angelos, a former federal inmate pardoned by Trump for a nonviolent marijuana offense, and Kim Rivers, CEO … [Read more...] about Cannabis Reform Advocates Say Trump May Be Key to Federal Breakthrough
Trump-Era Prosecutor Targets D.C. Marijuana Laws
This article paints a grim, politically charged picture of federal overreach in D.C.'s cannabis market, spurred by Ed Martin, a Trump-era appointee with a record of right-wing activism. His recent letter to Green Theory dispensary — despite its full compliance with local laws — signals a sharp reversal of the long-standing federal hands-off policy in D.C., where marijuana … [Read more...] about Trump-Era Prosecutor Targets D.C. Marijuana Laws
