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Trump's Approval Dips as Hemp Bill Sparks Controversy

11/13/2025

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Trump's Approval Declines

U.S. President Donald Trump faces declining approval ratings, including among Republicans, amid claims of self-enrichment and crypto-related pardons.
Critics say this approach risks corruption and puts personal gain over governance.
Senator Rand Paul highlights Kentucky farmers turning to hemp amid rising costs, blaming Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell.
A proposed bill would tighten limits on hemp-derived THC products and could ban them nationwide.

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Senators Debate Hemp Regulations

A provision in a government funding bill would redefine hemp and ban most intoxicating hemp-derived products.
The Senate approved measures implementing this provision, and Senator Mitch McConnell now argues the 2018 farm bill created a regulatory loophole.
Senator Rand Paul argues the change undermines state regulations.
The U.S. Hemp Roundtable warns the move could eliminate 95% of the market, risking 300,000 jobs and $1.5 billion in tax revenue.

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Trump's Approval Declines

U.S. President Donald Trump faces declining approval ratings, including among Republicans, amid claims of self-enrichment and crypto-related pardons.
Critics say this approach risks corruption and puts personal gain over governance.
Senator Rand Paul highlights Kentucky farmers turning to hemp amid rising costs, blaming Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell.
A proposed bill would tighten limits on hemp-derived THC products and could ban them nationwide.

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