Vivek Ramaswamy Tells Bill Maher 'It's A Joke' That Cannabis Is Not Legal Nationwide

Presidential candidate, Vivek Ramaswamy (R) discussed “vices” on Bill Maher‘s latest Club Random podcast, in which Maher asked the billionaire entrepreneur how he felt about legalizing cannabis on a federal level.

Maher and Ramaswamy Agree On Fed Policy: It’s A Joke

Maher called it a joke that he has to “look up when I’m going to a state” as laws change.

Ramaswamy agreed. “It’s a joke, it’s a farce," he said. 

“I think that we should align the federal law with the state law. I think it undermines the rule of law that we have,” added the GOP candidate.

Ramaswamy’s campaign said last week that “Vivek is in favor of federal legalization of marijuana.” 

Commenting on Ramaswamy’s age and how it must be a big advantage as he runs for president. 

“See, this is what is great, this is what’s so advantageous about running for president when you’re 38, because I remember 38 and I still run around the country, but I couldn’t do it like that now,” Maher said, adding, “Yes, you can just run your body ragged 24/7. Especially, I’m sure, you don’t drink…” reported Mediaite.com

“No, I try to not have too many vices,” replied Ramaswamy who according to GOP presidential polls is in third place behind Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump. 

Maher Lights Up: Ramaswamy 'Go For'

Known for firing up a joint and sharing with his guests, Maher asked Ramaswamy off camera, “You don’t smoke dope, pot?”

When Ramaswamy answered no, Maher said, “No? You don’t mind if I do, do you?”

“I don’t mind. Yes, your house, your place,” Ramaswamy said.

“Okay, and it’s legal…We’re not even doing anything wrong,” Maher continued, referring to the state of California where Maher tapes his podcast.

“Yes. I think the federal government, there’s a whole, separate —but basically, it’s legal from the state perspective, so go for it,” Ramaswamy said.

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