Carter proposes marijuana decriminalization amid broader drug reform plan
President Carter calls for decriminalizing possession of small amounts of marijuana while aiming at large scale drug trafficking and expanded treatment. Officials note the move echoes campaign promises and faces criticism from police leaders and lawmakers. The policy shift accompanies tougher action against smuggling, international trafficking, and continued federal enforcement on narcotics.
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