Former White House Staffers Shed Light On Marijuana Pardon And Rescheduling Process Under Biden

OG article by Kyle Jaeger November 6 2025

Top Biden aides like Ron Klain, Anita Dunn, and Neera Tanden described limited presidential involvement in cannabis clemency. Klain noted few federal inmates were jailed solely for possession; many pardons covered violent offenders. A 2022 memo directed rescheduling review, leading to Schedule III recommendation. Staff used decision memos with "agree/disagree" boxes; some questioned Biden's direct signatures amid autopen scrutiny. GOP probes highlight staff roles in executive actions.