Trump signs order fast tracking review of psychedelics for mental health disorders

President endorses psilocybin and ibogaine: "Can I have some, please?"

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Trump signs order fast tracking review of psychedelics for mental health disorders

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President Donald Trump holds up a signed executive order in the Oval Office of the White House on Saturday in Washington.

President endorses psilocybin and ibogaine: "Can I have some, please?"

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