THE TOP NEWS IN MARIJUANA LAW REFORM

Weekend Weed Read • December 20, 2025

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President Trump signs an executive order directing his administration to reschedule marijuana.

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Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) reintroduce legislation permitting residents in federally assisted housing to consume cannabis products in compliance with their state's marijuana laws.

The Supreme Court refuses to hear a case challenging federal prohibition.

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Fibromyalgia patients who use cannabis report long-term improvements in their pain, anxiety, sleep, and overall quality of life.

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Researchers conclude that cannabis use is not associated with an increased risk of later life suicidality in high-risk young adults.

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CBD reduces blood pressure for hypertensive patients in a clinical trial.

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