July 9 (Reuters) - The White House will seek a meeting with the world anti-doping body about easing restrictions on athletes" cannabis use, a media report said on Friday, after a positive test for American sprinter Sha"Carri Richardson made her ineligible for the Olympic team. The 21-year-old, who was seen as the top contender for the 100 meters gold at the Tokyo Summer Games, in June received a one-month ban. The Financial Times said the White House is seeking the meeting with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) through the U.S. Office of National Drug Control Policy, which has a seat on the body"s foundation. The White House did not respond to a request for comment on the report. WADA said it has not received a request for a meeting. WADA has overseen the banned substance list since 2004. Prior to that it was the responsibility of the International Olympic Committee. Reporting by Steve Keating in Toronto