Weed smokers often can’t work for the government. Some Republicans want to keep it that way

WASHINGTON — Roughly three-quarters of states have legalized marijuana either for medical or recreational use, but for years, cannabis users have been barred from getting jobs with the federal government.

Congress inched closer Wednesday toward making it easier for those who smoke pot to become feds, but several Republicans used the moment to rail against the idea.

“I have not seen any significant information that says that marijuana use does not create potential security risks. There are studies that link [its use] directly to mental illness and psychosis,” said Rep. Pete Sessions (R-Texas).

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