Timeline and legal challenges ahead

In an executive order last week, President Donald Trump ordered federal agencies  to reclassify marijuana as a less-dangerous substance. The drug is currently considered Schedule I, which is the most tightly controlled tier of illegal substances. Trump’s order would direct the Justice Department to move marijuana into Schedule III, a less-restricted class of drugs. 

Host Martine Powers speaks with health reporter David Ovalle about what this move means for consumers, scientists and business owners. 

Today’s show was produced by Emma Talkoff. It was edited by Ariel Plotnick and mixed by Sean Carter. Thanks to Christopher Rowland.

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