Biden Regime Moves to Ban Menthol Cigarettes
The Biden Regime on Thursday moved to ban menthol cigarettes. The Food and Drug Administration announced a plan to ban menthol cigarettes which are primarily used by blacks and other racial minorities. “Today, more than 85 percent of Black smokers choose menthol cigarettes — almost three times the proportion for White smokers.” the Washington Post reported . Fox News reporte d Drug Administration (FDA) released its plan to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars on Thursday, saying the actions have the potential to significantly reduce disease and death. The menthol product standard will reduce the appeal of cigarettes — particularly to youth and young adults — and improve the health and reduce the mortality risk of current menthol cigarette smokers by decreasing cigarette consumption and increasing the likelihood of cessation. Menthol has particularly high rates of use by youth, young adults and African Americans and other racial and ethnic groups. The FDA said eli...