It was supposed to be just another high-dollar political fundraiser $1 million a plate, the kind of event where only the most connected donors get a seat at the table. But according to the Wall Street Journal, Donald Trump used the occasion to drop a bombshell that could reshape the future of marijuana in America.
Speaking to guests, Trump reportedly said he’s open to reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug under federal law. That’s not just political chatter it could mean moving cannabis from its current Schedule I status (the same category as heroin) to Schedule III, where it would sit alongside substances like certain prescription drugs.
Why This Matters
If this shift happens, it would be one of the biggest moves in U.S. cannabis policy history. A Schedule III classification would:
• Ease restrictions on buying and selling marijuana in states where it’s legal.
• Allow more medical research on cannabis without federal red tape.
• Give the multi-billion-dollar legal marijuana industry a major boost.
Critics say it’s long overdue, pointing to decades of criminal penalties that have disproportionately impacted minority communities. Supporters of the change believe it could finally bring federal policy closer to public opinion polls show that nearly 70% of Americans support legalizing marijuana.
Politics Meets Business
Trump’s comments weren’t made in a campaign rally they were in a room full of wealthy donors and industry influencers. Some analysts believe this is a calculated move to court both younger voters and the booming cannabis business sector, while others warn that without Congressional backing, any change could be short-lived.
For now, marijuana advocates are watching closely. If Trump turns this talk into policy, the U.S. could be on the verge of a green revolution one that’s more about dollars than leaves.
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