Overview

• President Donald Trump said the administration is looking at reclassifying marijuana and expects a decision in the next few weeks.
• On Real Time, Bill Maher called Trump the master at winning votes from small groups and cautioned Democrats they risk losing cannabis voters.
• Maher pointed to tangible pitches such as no tax on tips, shifting positions on TikTok, complaints about toilets and airport security, and outreach to crypto enthusiasts.
• Deadline reported that Maher co-owns The Woods, a West Hollywood cannabis lounge, indicating he could personally benefit from looser federal rules.
• The Hill noted that moving marijuana to Schedule III would not legalize it but would reduce criminal penalties and open more research and commercial pathways begun under the Biden administration.