In constant struggle for the regulation of cannabis, mainly in the medicinal field.
23-07-2024 07:00:00 - Updated: 23 July, 2024
The recent announcement of Donald Trump choosing J.D. Vance as his running mate in the 2024 presidential race has raised numerous questions about the future of weed policy in the United States. Vance, a senator from Ohio, has a complex and sometimes contradictory stance on this crucial issue.
📖 State Rights and Law Enforcement
Vance has expressed his support for states’ rights to establish their own weed laws. This stance reflects a federalist approach, where states have the freedom to decide their path regarding cannabis regulation. However, despite this support, Vance has also voiced concerns about the lack of control over public use of weed, especially in spaces where families and children are present.
🔥 Opposition to Cannabis Banking Reform
One of the most controversial aspects of Vance’s stance is his opposition to cannabis banking reform. He has voted against the SAFER Act, legislation that would allow cannabis businesses to access the traditional banking system. Vance argues that facilitating banking for the cannabis industry could increase the trafficking of dangerous drugs like fentanyl. This opposition aligns with his broader concerns about public safety and cannabis regulation.
🥀 Recreational Legalization and Medical Use
Regarding the legalization of recreational weed, Vance has been clear in his disapproval. He believes that legalization could have negative effects on youth, increase the incidence of traffic accidents, and contribute to other social problems. However, he has shown more openness towards the medical use of weed, although he has not been an active advocate for this aspect.
❤️ Political Implications
Vance’s stance on weed has significant political implications. If the Trump-Vance ticket is elected, we are likely to see a more conservative approach to cannabis reform at the federal level. This could include greater resistance to cannabis banking reform and a stricter approach to recreational use regulation.
Vance’s selection could also influence how states continue to develop their own weed policies. With a vice president who supports state rights but opposes expanding banking access for the cannabis industry, states could face additional challenges in integrating their cannabis markets into the broader economy.
⚠️ Pevgrow’s Opinion
As cannabis consumers, this decision raises some concerns. I don’t think the rights acquired in recent years will suffer a setback, but it’s clear that if Trump wins, we will see a slowdown in the normalization of weed use at the federal level in the USA. If so, the theory circulating that the attack on Trump in Pennsylvania could be motivated by his cannabis policy can be better understood.
I was considering moving to the USA, but with this uncertainty about cannabis policy, now I’m not sure if it’s a good idea.