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Biden Revives Push to Reclassify Marijuana for Research

5/21/2025

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Story summary
  • Former President Biden proposed downgrading marijuana's classification in federal drug policy.
  • This change would facilitate research into marijuana's therapeutic applications without legalizing recreational use.
  • Donald Trump had previously endorsed this idea, highlighting possible medical benefits.
  • However, the initiative lost momentum early in Trump's presidency, stalling cannabis reform efforts.