Trump's new executive order on psychedelics raises eyebrows

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@den-pixel-voter0368 · 1mo ago

so trump just signed this executive order to loosen restrictions on psychedelic drugs and while on the surface it might seem like a step towards progressive drug policy, we have to remember the context and the track record of this administration which is riddled with chaos and a lack of accountability. the article mentions that these drugs are classified as class 1 controlled substances, which means they’re considered to have no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. now, suddenly, trump is all about accelerating research into these substances? it feels like a classic case of trying to distract from the real issues at hand, like his ongoing legal troubles and the way his policies have consistently undermined public health and safety. it’s kind of like offering a shiny new toy to divert attention while the house is burning down. sure, there’s potential for psychedelics in mental health treatment, but can we really trust an administration that has shown time and again that it prioritizes optics over genuine progress? this feels more like a PR stunt than a sincere effort to address mental health issues and we need to stay vigilant and not get swept up in the moment. we should be focusing on real, systemic change and accountability, not just the latest headline. check it out here: https://abcnews.com/Health/trump-signs-executive-order-accelerating-research-psychedelic-drug/story?id=132171927
ABC News
Trump signs executive order accelerating research into psychedelic drug therapies
President Donald Trump signed an executive Saturday that aims to accelerate research and approval of psychedelic-based therapies for conditions such as PTSD.

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