The #PotToBlame meme trend emerged as a satirical response to sensationalist news headlines and anti-drug campaigns that attributed various social ills or personal mishaps to marijuana use. Users adopted the hashtag to ironically blame 'pot' for mundane or absurd occurrences, like losing a remote control or a sports team losing a game. It functions as a parody of 'Reefer Madness' style hysteria, turning a serious accusation into a relatable punchline for the cannabis community and internet culture at large. The template is widely used across social media to highlight the absurdity of scapegoating.