As federal agencies work to complete a marijuana scheduling review, President Joe Biden is touting his role in directing that process, as well as cannabis pardons he’s issues, as part of his proclamation declaring April to be “Second Chance Month.” Biden said that his administration “has taken historic steps to end America’s failed approach to […]| Marijuana Moment
The White House says it’s now up to the Justice Department to make a final decision on marijuana scheduling, adding that the top federal health agency’s recommendation to reclassify cannabis was “guided by the evidence.” During a press briefing on Monday, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked about the ever-growing federal-state cannabis policy […]| Marijuana Moment
A day after the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) decision that marijuana will move to the less-restrictive Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act, a leading cannabis prohibition group sent an email to supporters asking for money to fuel its fight against the reform. “SAM will oppose this change at every level, including, if necessary, pursuing […]| Marijuana Moment