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What the federal marijuana policy shift means for cannabis use and research

What the federal marijuana policy shift means for cannabis use and research

Summary

President Trump has signed an executive order to change how the federal government classifies marijuana. This new policy says that marijuana is now seen as less harmful and addictive than before. This could change how people use and study marijuana.

Key Facts

  • President Trump signed an executive order about marijuana.
  • The order changes marijuana's federal classification.
  • Marijuana is now seen as less harmful and addictive.
  • This decision could affect how people use marijuana.
  • The decision could impact future research on marijuana.
  • William Brangham talked to Beau Kilmer about this change.
  • Beau Kilmer is with the RAND Drug Policy Research Center.

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