Why are States Trying to Repeal Legal Cannabis Programs in 2026? – The Legalization Backlash

Just when you thought the cannabis legalization train was unstoppable, reality is about to slap you in the face. According to a recent Vice article, several states are considering repealing their legal cannabis markets in 2026. That’s right—not just pausing expansion, not just adding more regulations, but actually rolling back legalization entirely and returning to prohibition.