Can a nonretroactive change in the sentencing law satisfy the 'extraordinary and compelling reasons' standard for a reduction in sentence under 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(1)(A)(i)?

QUESTION PRESENTED Under 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(1)(A)Q), district courts have the authority to reduce a sentence based on “extraordinary and compelling reasons.” In the First Step Act of 2018, Congress amended the mandatory minimum penalties for certain offenses, including eliminating mandatory life sentences for most drug offenses. This amendment was not retroactive. The question presented is: Can a nonretroactive change in the sentencing law satisfy the “extraordinary and compelling reasons” standard for a reduction in sentence under 18 U.S.C. § 3582(c)(1)(A)(i)? i