President Donald Trump on Sunday shared a video promoting the potential medical benefits of cannabis for older adults, highlighting the role of CBD in addressing age-related health issues. The video, posted on Trump’s Truth Social account, focuses on “older adults” who “struggle with pain, inflammation, cognitive decline, and other ailments of aging.”
The topic is notable as the 79-year-old president has publicly contended with chronic health concerns, including venous disease, a recurring bruise on his hand, and occasional lapses in memory.
Reports also indicate that Trump is considering reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, reflecting a potential shift in his federal policy stance.
Donald Trump Shares Video Produced by Senior Cannabis Advocacy Group
The video was produced by The Commonwealth Project, a Massachusetts-based organization advocating for medical cannabis care for seniors. The narrator emphasizes the benefits of CBD, claiming it can “restore” the endocannabinoid system, which may lead to reduced pain, better sleep, and lower stress.
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“When the system is restored, disease progression can slow down and years are added to your life, as well as years spent in good health,” the narrator asserts.
The video also highlights Trump’s role in signing the 2018 Farm Bill, which removed hemp from the list of controlled substances.
“Now it’s time to educate doctors on the endocannabinoid system, provide Medicare coverage for CBD, and give millions of seniors the support they deserve,” the video concludes.
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Growing Cannabis Use Among US Seniors And Donald Trump’s Position on Marijuana
Cannabis use among Americans aged 65 and older is on the rise. According to The Guardian, seniors are turning to cannabis more than any other age group in the country. While scientific research on its benefits remains limited, Dr. Alison Moore, a geriatrician and University of California San Diego professor, told the publication, “we do know people find it useful.”
Trump has expressed interest in reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III drug, according to sources cited by The Wall Street Journal.
The president, who reportedly abstains from alcohol and other recreational drugs and has spoken about his late older brother Fred Trump Jr.’s struggles with addiction, voiced support for loosening federal marijuana restrictions during his campaign last year.
He also announced his intention to vote for a Florida ballot measure legalizing adult recreational marijuana use. The measure ultimately failed, falling short of the 60 percent voter threshold.
Donald Trump’s Health Concerns
As the oldest person ever inaugurated as president, Trump has faced ongoing scrutiny regarding his health. He has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition in which leg veins do not efficiently return blood to the heart, and is often noted for having swollen ankles, commonly referred to as “cankles.”
A recurring bruise on Trump’s right hand has drawn speculation, though the White House describes it as a “minor soft issue irritation” caused by frequent handshaking and the use of aspirin as part of a standard cardiovascular prevention regimen. Some observers have suggested it could be related to IV fluid injections, which are typically administered into veins on the back of the hand.
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Zubair Amin is a Senior Journalist at NewsX with over seven years of experience in reporting and editorial work. He has written for leading national and international publications, including Foreign Policy Magazine, Al Jazeera, The Economic Times, The Indian Express, The Wire, Article 14, Mongabay, News9, among others. His primary focus is on international affairs, with a strong interest in US politics and policy. He also writes on West Asia, Indian polity, and constitutional issues. Zubair tweets at zubaiyr.amin
