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Study Shows Marijuana Boosts Brain Power; Trump Considers Reclassification

8/13/2025

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A groundbreaking study reveals that marijuana users aged 44-81 exhibit sharper cognitive abilities than their non-using counterparts, hinting at cannabis's potential to slow neural aging. In tandem, President Trump’s hints at reclassifying marijuana could lighten penalties and transform the industry, signaling a significant shift in how society views cannabis and its healing properties.

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A groundbreaking study reveals that marijuana users aged 44-81 exhibit sharper cognitive abilities than their non-using counterparts, hinting at cannabis's potential to slow neural aging. In tandem, President Trump’s hints at reclassifying marijuana could lighten penalties and transform the industry, signaling a significant shift in how society views cannabis and its healing properties.