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Most cannabis consumers strongly oppose the federal recriminalization of hemp-derived THC included in a spending bill President Trump signed in November. A recent poll of 448 marijuana users in legal markets found 82% oppose the ban, 4% support it, and 15% are undecided. The law redefines hemp in a way that could cripple the industry legalized under the 2018 Farm Bill, even as Trump has recently taken steps to protect full-spectrum CBD and move marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III.
The ban has caused tension between marijuana and hemp stakeholders. While Trump has promoted access to CBD—including proposals to allow Medicare recipients to use non-intoxicating CBD—the new law threatens popular hemp products. It could also block important research. Industry groups, veterans’ organizations, and state leaders warn it may harm the economy. Meanwhile, a Republican-led bill in Congress seeks to stop the ban from taking effect. Read the full story.
Referemced article written by Kyle Jaeger. Published on January 1, 2026 by Marijuana Moment.
