Press Releases

The Iowa House recently approved a bill that would expand access to mind-altering drugs in the state, namely psilocybin — better known as magic mushrooms — under the guise of “medical access.” They shouldn’t buy the arguments of the Big Psychedelics industry. My home state of Colorado recently became the second state to adopt similar […]

Tom Wolf talks to KABC Radio about the push for new legislation in California that would change the state’s “Housing First” policy, allowing for state-funded housing options to include drug-free housing. Listen to the full episode here.

Budget Proposal Calls For An End to Funding for “Safe Smoking Kits and Supplies” (WASHINGTON, DC) – Foundation from Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) President and CEO Dr. Kevin Sabet, a former three-time White House drug policy advisor, released the following statement today in responses to the Trump Administration’s 2026 budget plan:  “While we await more clarity on funding […]

With first ‘natural medicine’ business, customers should remember industry is focused on profits, not public health Now that the state of Colorado has issued its first license for the operation of a “natural medicine business,” the public must not be misled into believing that psychedelic drugs are safe or effective. These drugs — and the […]

“The Hyannis Consensus” Promotes Prevention and Recovery as Drug Use Expands  (WASHINGTON, DC) – Leading minds from science, medicine, and professionals who deal with America’s addiction crisis have completed a dramatic new national blueprint for handing our drug policy. Unveiled today on Capitol Hill by former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy, former senior drug policy advisor […]

A recent report from the Office of the Inspector General, within the federal Department of Health and Human Services, found that “in 2023, about 1.2 million Medicare enrollees had a diagnosis of opioid use disorder. Yet just 229,993 of these enrollees—18.7 percent—received medication for opioid use disorder.” This percentage “represents several years of minimal growth.” […]

Drug policy expert Kevin Sabet weighs in on the platform and campaign promises of leading parties ahead of the 2025 federal election. Click here to listen on CBC

The State of Colorado has issued its first psilocybin license to a healing center in downtown Denver. But not everyone is buying in. Luke Niforatos, chairman of Smart Approaches to Marijuana, believes these healing centers pose a public safety risk. “The idea that we’re just going to let federally illegal corporations grow or produce these products […]

President Donald Trump made history by nominating award-winning investigative reporter Sara Carter to be the first female director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy. If confirmed, she will become the administration’s chief spokesperson on drug policy and have statutory control over the whole of the federal government’s drug policy budget, spread across multiple agencies. Carter brings with her a […]

NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced Sunday that he will fund centre-based addictions care for 50,000 Canadians if he becomes prime minister. “Now that we’ve lost 50,000 to overdoses the least we can do is, in their honour, save 50,000 more,” said Poilievre, flanked by an entourage of supporters, several in recovery themselves. […]

(FOX40.COM) — State and local elected officials, law enforcement and community leaders came together to celebrate the first 100 days of Prop 36 and discuss their continued efforts to bring the Golden State back into a golden era with fewer crimes and better drug addiction treatment. The proposition, which was overwhelmingly approved by California voters, allows for felony charges and […]

(FoxNews.com) President Donald Trump’s newly issued statement on drug policy priorities shows his administration has embraced the Make America Healthy Again movement as it tackles American’s top public health crisis: addiction. The next step must be to re-empower the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP), elevating America’s anti-drug movement to the prominence it […]

(New York) I addressed the United Nations‘ 68th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs last week. My message was simple: Nations must reaffirm their commitment to discouraging drug use and promoting health and safety, in accord with the long-standing principles established under the three international drug policy conventions. Amid calls for radical reform and the legalization of […]

FDPS Commends Mayor Lurie’s Decision to Rethink Harm Reduction Measures After Pleas from Recovery Community  (SAN FRANCISCO, CA)—The Foundation for Drug Policy Solution (FDPS) President Dr. Kevin Sabet, a three-time White House drug policy advisor, released the following statement in response to San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie’s recent Executive Directive to address the intertwined and ongoing crises […]

Pot Profiteers Seek Future Generations Hooked on Addiction to Fuel Corporate Profits (VIENNA, AUSTRIA) – As nations around the world continue to deal with the repercussions of the addiction industry’s efforts to inject more dangerous, psychoactive drugs into populations, Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) President Dr. Kevin Sabet heads to the 68th Session […]

(WASHINGTON, DC) – With the new Trump Administration taking shape,Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and the Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) brought together Members of Congress, parents, medical professionals, law enforcement, former White House drug policy officials, and other experts in Washington for a two-day conference to discuss solutions to the nation’s drug crisis. The conference addressed the state of the drug crisis and how […]

Luke Niforatos on “The Poisoning” Podcast.  View the episode HERE.

(WASHINGTON, DC) – Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) President Dr. Kevin Sabet, a three-time White House drug policy advisor, released the following statement today upon the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States of America:  “In November, voters across red and blue states rejected the legalization of drugs like marijuana […]

(ARUSHA, TANZANIA) – As leaders from dozens of members countries convene at the African Union’s Continental Consultation on Drug Demand, international drug policy experts from Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) and the Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) are sharing the evidence surrounding drug policy in the arena of demand and supply reduction, as well as the pitfalls of […]

In her article, Kat Rosenfield regrettably fails to outline the significant harms posed by psychedelic drugs. For many, using psychedelics is a nightmarish experience, not a pleasurable one. According to a 2023 study, 41 percent of psychedelic users reported having challenging experiences. This isn’t surprising: Negative side effects from psychedelics are well-documented. Psilocybin is known to […]

Voters across the nation last week dealt a decisive blow to the reckless movement to legalize and normalize drugs. In blue and red states, voters rejected these industry-backed proposals, favoring policies that prioritize public health and safety. The mandate is clear: To treat the drug crisis, we should invest in prevention and increase access to treatment, not increase access to […]

Four ballot measures fail to legalize marijuana, psychedelics  (WASHINGTON, DC) –  Voters across the United States, in both Republican and Democratic states, rejected soundly the legalization of marijuana and psychedelics despite pro-drug campaigns outspending opponents by more than 20 to 1.   Florida voters rejected the corporate-drafted Amendment 3 which would’ve legalized recreational marijuana in the […]

(WASHINGTON, DC) – According to multiple media outlets, former president Donald J. Trump is expected to have secured the 270 Electoral College votes necessary to become the 47th President of the United States. Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) and Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) President and CEO Dr. Kevin Sabet, a former drug policy advisor to Presidents Obama, Bush, and Clinton, […]

Massachusetts Communities Reject Drug Profiteers’ Latest Push for Psychedelics (BOSTON, MA) – Foundation for Drug Policy Solutions (FDPS) President Dr. Kevin Sabet, a former White House drug policy advisor to President Obama, released the following statement today after Massachusetts voted to reject Question 4, which would have legalized for-profit psychedelic centers and the growth and distribution of […]