Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids
Coverage of Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids in the Nexus archive.
- Judge tosses out challenge to Denver’s ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products
Denver’s ban on flavored tobacco products remains in effect after a court dismissed a lawsuit challenging it. The city council passed the ban in 2024 to address underage vaping and health risks, and a judge ruled the plaintiffs failed to prove constitutional violations. Vape shop owners argued the law harms small businesses, while public health advocates praised it for reducing youth tobacco use.
- Trump Bought Tobacco Stocks and Raked In Industry Donations as FDA Eased Standards
President Donald Trump held significant stock investments in tobacco companies like Philip Morris and Altria, while tobacco interests donated millions to his political allies. The Trump administration's FDA implemented policies easing regulations on nicotine products and vapes, sparking criticism from public health advocates.
- US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low
The U.S. adult cigarette smoking rate reached an all-time low of 9% in 2025, according to CDC survey data. The decline is attributed to higher taxes, smoking bans, and public health campaigns, though e-cigarette use remains steady at 7%. Advocates highlighted setbacks from Trump administration cuts to anti-smoking initiatives.
- US adult cigarette smoking rate hits another all-time low
The U.S. adult cigarette smoking rate dropped to 9% in 2025, a new all-time low, according to CDC survey data. The decline is attributed to taxes, smoking bans, and public health campaigns, though e-cigarette use among adults has remained steady at 7%. Advocacy groups cite cuts to CDC's anti-smoking initiatives under President Donald Trump's administration as a setback.