Trump joined by Joe Rogan as he signs order to speed up psychedelic review
Summary
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to speed up the review of certain psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, which some groups use to treat mental health issues. Podcaster Joe Rogan, a supporter of ibogaine, joined Trump during the signing and shared how he previously talked with the president about the drug.Key Facts
- President Trump signed an order to quicken the review of psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine.
- Joe Rogan, a popular podcaster, attended the signing and promotes ibogaine as a treatment for conditions like PTSD.
- The order directs $50 million to states working on programs involving psychedelics for serious mental illness.
- Ibogaine is derived from a West African plant and has been used in traditional rituals.
- The FDA is preparing to speed up approval for some psychedelics and allow human trials of ibogaine in the US.
- Research into psychedelics has support from both political parties despite federal drug bans.
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. previously promised to ease medical access to psychedelics.
- Marcus Luttrell, a former Navy SEAL, praised ibogaine for improving his life during the ceremony.
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