GOP Congressman Unsure if Rescheduling Is DOJ Priority

Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) is keeping a close eye on the federal rescheduling process, and while he admits it might not be the Justice Department's top priority right now, he remains hopeful. Between high-profile investigations and budget battles, the DOJ has a lot on its plate, but Joyce believes the groundwork is laid for whenever the timing is right. President Trump already signed an executive order to speed up the move to Schedule III, and though Attorney General Pam Bondi has been quiet on the specifics, Joyce doesn't expect her to stand in the way.

This update is a bit of a mixed bag for the community. On one hand, it’s frustrating to see the "wait and see" game continue while other files take precedence. On the other hand, having powerful allies ready to jump on the next opportunity is a win. For regular tokers, federal rescheduling is the key to fixing unfair tax laws and opening up research, so seeing it stay on the radar—even as a secondary priority—is a sign that the momentum hasn't stalled.