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Trump Administration Backs Down on an Opioid Ban After Kratom Industry Lobbying

Source: The New York Times Published Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:03:55 +0000
Trump Administration Backs Down on an Opioid Ban After Kratom Industry Lobbying

Why This Matters

Key context: Banners promoting the sale of kratom products outside a smoke shop in Tulsa, Okla., earlier this year. This development from The New York Times highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

Banners promoting the sale of kratom products outside a smoke shop in Tulsa, Okla., earlier this year.

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