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The $22 billion global vaping industry is already embroiled in a complex battle involving regulators, Big Tobacco, and startups. With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the market is poised to become even more chaotic. The industry, which thrives on innovation and consumer demand, faces increasing scrutiny from the FDA and state-level crackdowns on unauthorized products.

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The new administration under President Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. presents a pivotal opportunity to address one of the leading causes of preventable death in the United States: smoking. By reforming the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the administration could make it easier for smokers to access safer alternatives like e-cigarettes, heated tobacco, and oral nicotine products. This shift could save hundreds of thousands of lives annually and mark a significant step forward in public health.

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The Trump administration has withdrawn a proposed ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, dealing a blow to public health advocates who say the additive is responsible for thousands of premature deaths each year, particularly among Black Americans. The decision was revealed earlier this week when the draft rule to ban menthol was listed as “withdrawn” in a regulatory docket.

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Should Donald Trump maintain his slight lead, he might become president again after a four-year hiatus, potentially bringing significant impacts to the vape industry. What was Trump’s stance on e-cigarettes during his presidency? Let’s explore Trump’s administration policies and his views on vapes from his term (January 20, 2017, to January 20, 2021).

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