Trump Administration Delivers Lucrative Win for Its Kratom Allies
The Trump administration's shift in kratom policy sparks debate and scrutiny.
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📍 How it ended
The DEA filed an intent to temporarily move the opioid-like kratom compound 7-OH and three related substances into Schedule 1. This move to ban the synthetic derivative followed a California crackdown and received commendation from the HHS and FDA.
Epilogue added 16d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
The Trump administration has announced a significant change in U.S. kratom policy. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is moving to outlaw 7-OH, a potent derivative of kratom, along with similar compounds. This decision follows previous praise from Trump for 'natural 7-OH'.
Coverage emphasizes the political and health implications of the policy shift. Insights from Citeline and Reuters highlight the regulatory changes and the DEA's involvement. The Center Square and The New York Times focus on the political aspects, noting the administration's support for kratom allies.
WESH reports on local reactions, with Florida leaders and health officials expressing concerns about 7-OH products. Next, watch for reactions from the kratom industry and public health officials. Coverage does not yet specify the timeline for the DEA's enforcement or the potential impact on kratom-related businesses.
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Quick answers
What is 7-OH?
7-OH is a potent derivative of kratom, a plant used for its stimulant effects and pain-relieving properties.
Why is the DEA moving to ban 7-OH?
The DEA is moving to ban 7-OH due to concerns about its potency and potential health risks.
How has the Trump administration been involved in kratom policy?
The Trump administration has shown support for kratom allies, with Trump previously praising 'natural 7-OH'.
Coverage (14)
- DEA follows California crackdown with 7-OH ban move The Desert Sun · 21d ago
- DEA files intent to temporarily move 7-OH, 3 related substances into Schedule 1 KSHB 41 Kansas City · 21d ago
- The DEA Plans to Ban Opioid-Like Kratom Compound 7-OH WIRED · 21d ago
- DEA moves to ban opioid-like kratom compound 7-OH The Hill · 21d ago
- DEA moves to classify synthetic 7-OH as Schedule I; Grant County officials, Moses Lake business owner respond Source ONE News · 21d ago
- An ‘emerging threat’: DEA moves to ban 7-OH and related substances NutraIngredients.com · 21d ago
- Drug Regulators Propose Scheduling Kratom Plant Derivative 7-OH Bloomberg Law News · 21d ago
- Trump praised 'natural 7-OH'; DEA moves to ban it Barron News-Shield · 21d ago
- HHS, FDA Commend DEA Action Against Dangerous Enhanced 7-OH Products HHS.gov · 21d ago
- Shift In US Kratom Policy To Outlawing 7-OH, Similar Derivatives Reaches DEA Notice insights.citeline.com · 21d ago
- Trump praised 'natural 7-OH'; DEA moves to ban it The Center Square · 21d ago
- Florida leaders, health officials raise concerns about 7-OH products WESH · 21d ago
- DEA moves to place some strong kratom-related products under strict federal drug controls Reuters · 21d ago
- Trump Administration Delivers Lucrative Win for Its Kratom Allies The New York Times · 21d ago
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