Trump Confirms He’s Considering Marijuana Reclassification Order (Q&A)

International Relations & Security - The US government is assessing a potential violation of ceasefire related to a strike on a Hamas general [4] - The US government expresses confidence in the Syrian president, attributing a recent ambush of US forces to ISIS rather than the Syrian government [5] - Discussions are underway regarding security guarantees for Ukraine, potentially involving a deal similar to Article 5 without NATO membership, to prevent renewed conflict [24][25] - Approximately 27,000 people, mostly soldiers, were killed in the Russia-Ukraine conflict last month [28] - The US government aims to ensure peace in the Middle East, citing its presence in Syria as part of this effort [30] - The US government claims to have achieved legitimate peace in the Middle East, backed by 59 countries [31] Domestic Politics & Policy - The US government is considering reclassifying marijuana, potentially leading to increased research opportunities [1][2] - There are concerns about the lack of Democrat appointments in key regulatory agencies like the SEC and CFTC going into 2026 [8] - The US government is advocating for the elimination of blue slips in the Senate to facilitate the appointment of US attorneys and judges [12][13] - The US government criticizes Obamacare, alleging it primarily benefits insurance companies, which have seen profits increase by 1,700% or more [14][15] - The US government suggests Republicans should eliminate the filibuster to advance their agenda, including voter ID laws and restrictions on mail-in voting [16][17][18] Trade and Economics - The US government spoke to President Xi about the conviction of Jimmy Lie in Hong Kong and requested his release [22]