Donald Trump has announced his support for legalizing marijuana for personal use in Florida, breaking ranks with fellow Republicans like Governor Ron DeSantis.
Trump stated on Truth Social that voters will likely approve the measure in November, so “it should be done correctly.”
He argued that criminalizing personal marijuana use is unnecessary and wastes taxpayer dollars.
Trump’s stance puts him at odds with DeSantis, who claims legalizing recreational cannabis would harm quality of life.
However, Trump believes rules can be put in place to prohibit public use and ensure responsible legalization.
This proposal is one of several amendments Floridians will vote on in November, alongside the US presidential election.
Trump’s support for marijuana legalization marks a shift in his stance, and his campaign has already caused confusion over another amendment protecting abortion rights.
Despite initial support, Trump later announced he would vote against the measure, which aims to expand abortion rights from six weeks to 24 weeks.
Trump’s move may appeal to voters who support marijuana legalization, which is already legal in 24 US states.
However, it remains to be seen how his stance will impact his presidential campaign and relationships with fellow Republicans.
