Trump administration reclassifies cannabis as less dangerous
7 hours ago
- #US drug policy
- #cannabis reclassification
- #Schedule III
- The US Department of Justice reclassified cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, aligning it with drugs like Tylenol with codeine.
- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the change, emphasizing increased access to medical treatment and research opportunities.
- A hearing is scheduled for June to consider broader reclassification of all marijuana.
- Despite federal reclassification, marijuana remains illegal federally, though many states allow medical or recreational use.
- The rule change will take effect 30 days after publication but may face legal challenges delaying implementation.
- President Trump initiated the reclassification process, and his administration recently signed an order boosting psychedelic drug access.
- Cannabis has been Schedule I since 1970, but state-level reforms have created regulatory inconsistencies.
- Advocates view the reclassification as symbolic but a step toward serious policy discussions and potential federal legalization.