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International Business Times

New Psychedelics Push by Donald Trump Raises Questions About Federal Drug Policy Delays

U.S. President Donald Trump departs after speaking during the 80th session of the UN’s General Assembly (UNGA) at the United Nations headquarters on September 23, 2025 in New York City.

Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at speeding up research into psychedelic drugs, a move that could reshape how the US approaches treatments for mental health.

However, the decision is also raising concerns about whether federal drug policy will move fast enough to match the growing interest.

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