Trump orders DEA to allow some medical marijuana uses but keeps federal ban on recreational use intact
Trump makes decision about federal ban on recreational marijuana usage
- The Trump administration is moving forward with plans to reclassify marijuana under Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act.
- This action aims to ease barriers for medical research into cannabis and CBD products, but explicitly does not legalize recreational use under federal law.
- Trump announced the move, stating it was requested by patients suffering from various conditions, including veterans, and emphasised that recreational use remains unsafe.
- A senior administration official confirmed the directive to the attorney general to expedite rescheduling, with the primary goal of improving medical research.
- The white house deputy chief of staff for legislative affairs will work to ensure Congress passes legislation for access to appropriate full-spectrum CBD products, whilst restricting those with health risks.