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Will Trump's reclassifying of medical marijuana have any impact on criminal justice reform?

The Trump administration’s historic move to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug was cheered by some advocates but for others, it fell far short for the thousands incarcerated for federal cannabis-related convictions

The Independent UK

'Shoot and Kill'

Plus: California fails to unmask ICE agents, the illogic of medical-only marijuana rescheduling, driverless cars in D.C., and more...

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Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump

President Donald Trump’s decision to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug is a boon for the industry

The Independent UK

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What to know about a federal order reclassifying medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug

President Donald Trump's administration has reclassified medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug

The Independent UK

Medical Marijuana Rescheduling Is Legally Puzzling but a 'Huge Win' for Patients, Suppliers, and Scientists

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's distinction between medical and recreational cannabis is hard to reconcile with the relevant scientific and statutory criteria.

Reason

Trump's strategy for a mined-shut Strait of Hormuz: appease Joe Rogan with psychedelics and weed

Joe Rogan claims Trump calls him "liberal" but he shows up at the White House as Theo Von flirts with Bernie Sanders — and a global recession looms.

Fortune

DOJ Loosens Marijuana Restrictions After Trump Push as Critics Warn of 'Most Pro-Drug Administration in History'

Critics also warned that the policy risks sending a "confusing message" about the drug's harms and criticized what he described as a "tax break to Big Weed."

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What is a Schedule 3 drug? Trump reclassifies medical marijuana

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The Independent UK

Marijuana Rescheduled

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Reason

Trump administration moves to ease federal restrictions on marijuana

Marijuana had the same classification as heroin, LSD and others before being reclassified for lower potential for abuse

The Guardian - US

Trump reclassifies medical marijuana as a Schedule III drug in major shift

Trump told his administration in December to work as quickly as possible to reclassify marijuana

The Independent UK

Trump teams tells agencies to prepare for loosening federal restrictions on marijuana

The Drug Enforcement Agency is expected to announce the first steps towards reclassifying the drug as soon as this week

The Independent UK

Portland man sues police after getting high on mushrooms and marijuana and burning his fingers off

Michael Relloque IV argues cops should have entered his home.

We Got This Covered

Scoop: Trump reclassifies medical marijuana

The change expands research access but doesn't legalize marijuana.

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People flee across roof as police swoop on marijuana ‘pop-up event’ in Atlanta with 40 arrests

Forty people were arrested by Atlanta police after officers swooped on a marijuana “pop-up event” in Georgia.

MarketBeat

This 4/20, Wall Street Is Betting on More Than Marijuana

Wall Street is currently pivoting toward high-growth biotech plays as federal support accelerates a revolution in alternative medicine.

Reason

3 Disasters That Legal Weed Didn't Unleash—Despite the Forecasts

From higher crime to teenage stoners, here are things that the weed debate got wrong.

The Conversation

Why the future of marijuana legalization remains hazy despite high public support

Thousands of Americans will soon gather to celebrate April 20 – or “4/20” – the most important day of the year for cannabis enthusiasts.

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The Independent UK

A marijuana breathalyzer is one step closer to coming to market

Researchers set out to develop a THC breathalyzer that could deliver results within minutes

The Times of India

Florida man crashes electric bike into tricycle on April Fools’ Day, found with three marijuana cigarettes

An unusual late-night crash in Florida has led to a string of criminal charges after a man allegedly rode an e-bike straight into a tricycle while intoxicated on April Fools’ Day.

Cinemablend

Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen Deals With Marijuana In A Way I Never See In TV Shows

In times of curse-laden crisis.

The Mary Sue

Austin man takes golden retriever out for a walk. Then the dog starts behaving strangely. A $650 vet fee later, they’re issuing a PSA

What could go wrong on a simple dog walk? The answer, surprisingly, is “a lot.”

The Guardian - US

Recent $167m lottery winner arrested for allegedly stealing $12,000 in Kentucky

Burglary arrest was James Farthing’s latest run-in with the law after winning the Powerball jackpot last year

International Business Times UK

Is The US Military Preparing for a Draft? Army Raises Enlistment Age to 42 Starting April

The US Army is raising its enlistment age to 42 and dropping marijuana waivers amid rising Middle East tensions, sparking widespread rumours of a potential draft.

International Business Times UK

US Military Counters Ongoing Recruitment Crisis by Raising Enlistment Age To 42

The US Army raised its max enlistment age from 35 to 42, effective 20 April, also dropping waivers for single marijuana possession convictions.

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