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Trump to Fund Ibogaine Research Amid Safety Concerns

4/17/2026

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  • The U.S. government will promote research into ibogaine's safety and effectiveness, while ibogaine remains a Schedule I substance.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order to unlock federal funding for ibogaine studies, including veterans' research.
  • Texas supports ibogaine research.
  • A 2023 review notes potential benefits but serious cardiac risks, with at least 27 deaths, and calls for further rigorous trials.