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INCREASING MEDICAL MARIJUANA AND CANNABIDIOL RESEARCH
President Donald Trump has issued an order to enhance research on medical marijuana and cannabidiol (CBD) to improve healthcare guidance for patients and doctors. The order directs the Attorney General to expedite the process of rescheduling marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act, acknowledging its accepted medical use. It also instructs collaboration with Congress to refine regulations on hemp-derived cannabinoid products, ensuring safe access to full-spectrum CBD products. The initiative aims to close the knowledge gap on the risks and benefits of these substances, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations. The order underscores the need for real-world evidence in research to better inform standards of care.
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Oct 10, 2025
Presidential Message on National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Jul 29, 2025
FREnding Crime and Disorder on America's Streets
Jul 24, 2025
Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets
May 08, 2025
FRNational Mental Health Awareness Month, 2025
Feb 03, 2025
FRProtecting Children From Chemical and Surgical Mutilation
On January 28, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14187, titled "Protecting Children From Chemical and Surgical Mutilation." This order prohibits federal funding and support for medical procedures that attempt to change a child's sex, described in the order as "chemical and surgical mutilation." It directs federal agencies to rescind reliance on guidance from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health and mandates a review of best practices for treating children with gender dysphoria. Additionally, it instructs the Department of Health and Human Services and other agencies to take steps to end such practices, including altering insurance coverage and enforcing existing laws. The order aims to protect children from what it describes as harmful medical interventions.
Jan 30, 2025
FRDefending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14168, titled "Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government." This order mandates the federal government to recognize only two biological sexes, male and female, and requires all federal policies and documents to reflect this definition. It directs federal agencies to enforce sex-based rights and protections, ensuring that terms like "male," "female," "men," and "women" are used according to their biological definitions. The order also calls for the removal of any federal policies or communications that promote gender ideology and prohibits the use of federal funds to support such ideologies. Additionally, it instructs the Attorney General to issue guidance to ensure the protection of sex-based distinctions in federal activities and spaces.
Jan 28, 2025
Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation
On January 28, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order titled "Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation." The order prohibits federal funding and support for medical procedures that attempt to change a child's sex, including the use of puberty blockers, hormone treatments, and surgeries. It directs federal agencies to rescind policies based on guidance from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, which the order claims lacks scientific integrity. The Secretary of Health and Human Services is tasked with reviewing literature on best practices for treating children with gender dysphoria and improving data quality. Additionally, the order mandates that TRICARE and federal health insurance plans exclude coverage for such procedures and instructs the Department of Justice to enforce laws against female genital mutilation and investigate deceptive practices related to these medical interventions.