Harris campaign critiques Trump’s marijuana stance flip-flops

Days after Vice President Kamala Harris addressed her evolving policy views, her campaign criticized Donald Trump for his inconsistent stance on marijuana reform. Trump recently expressed support for a Florida ballot measure to legalize recreational marijuana, while simultaneously advocating for restrictions on its public use. This shift in Trump's position is framed by Harris's campaign as part of a pattern of 'brazen flip-flops' in his policy approach. They highlighted that during his presidency, Trump's Justice Department had previously intensified enforcement against marijuana offenses, contradicting his current support for legalization. The memo from Harris's campaign, obtained by ABC News, pointed out that Trump's record on marijuana has been inconsistent, noting his initial support for a bipartisan bill in 2018 aimed at protecting state marijuana laws, followed by a promotional campaign in 2019 that focused on the negative effects of marijuana use. A Trump campaign official defended the former president, claiming he has consistently supported state-level decision-making on marijuana. The criticism from Harris's campaign comes as she navigates her own shifting policy positions since becoming the leading candidate after President Biden's withdrawal from the race. Harris has emphasized that her core values remain unchanged, despite the evolution of her views on certain issues. The Harris team argues that Trump's recent statements are merely a reaction to declining popularity and a desperate attempt to appeal to voters. They assert that his past actions during his presidency are a more reliable indicator of his future policies, suggesting that his current rhetoric is insincere and politically motivated.