PoliticsTrump Rescheduling Marijuana Would Be A ‘Game Changer,’ GOP Senators Say
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- Oct 7
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Updated: Oct 8
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Key Voices
Senators were interviewed by Marijuana Moment.
Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-AK):
Trump's support has impact.
Rescheduling could sway undecided Republicans on reform.
Sullivan sponsors research into medical cannabis for veterans.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK):
Rescheduling is "totally a game changer."
Expressed curiosity about Trump's direct involvement.
Previously open to cannabis banking reform and state's rights.
Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND):
Rescheduling "would certainly be a game changer for the party."
Makes future, incremental reform easier (e.g., industry banking).
Sees across-the-board legalization as a "problem."
Notes the need for pragmatism; recognizes state rule changes.
Rescheduling "changes the conversation for sure" across the political spectrum.
Broader Implications
Trump advisor Roger Stone suggested Trump has an opportunity for reform—even broader legalization—where Democrats previously failed.
A Republican Senate sponsor of a bipartisan cannabis banking bill called rescheduling an "important domino" for his legislation.
Trump shared a video late last month touted the health benefits of hemp-derived CBD.
Uncertainty Remains
While Trump endorsed the change, he later declined to restate his support at a briefing.
He did, however, say a decision is imminent.
The final move on rescheduling is pending.
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