Why cops are backing cannabis rescheduling

By: Gary Wiegert

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: February 5, 2026

Words: 801

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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I dedicated decades of my life to helping keep St. Louis safe.

As a former cop, I know how hard it is to do that with limited resources – we can’t be everywhere at once or prevent every crime. How we prioritize our time and resources matters. That’s why many police chiefs, sheriffs, and prosecutors across the country support President Donald Trump’s decision to change how cannabis is classified.

For over 50 years, marijuana has …

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