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Trump's Cannabis Rescheduling Order Faces Strong Opposition

1/12/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order to speed cannabis rescheduling, despite experts' belief that it won't reduce charges.
Under President Biden, Health and Human Services recommended moving cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III.
Trump's order faces pushback from congressional Republicans and advocates, delaying progress.
Cat Packer of Drug Policy Alliance says rescheduling would not lessen penalties under the Controlled Substances Act.
Nevertheless, cannabis arrests have declined nationwide.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order to speed cannabis rescheduling, despite experts' belief that it won't reduce charges.
Under President Biden, Health and Human Services recommended moving cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III.
Trump's order faces pushback from congressional Republicans and advocates, delaying progress.
Cat Packer of Drug Policy Alliance says rescheduling would not lessen penalties under the Controlled Substances Act.
Nevertheless, cannabis arrests have declined nationwide.