Sunday, August 3, 2025

Latest

Senator Chuck Schumer Faces Backlash for Targeting Zyn, Critics Urge Focus on Border Security

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) is facing backlash for urging federal intervention to prohibit the popular tobacco-less nicotine pouch Zyn. 

Schumer, describing Zyn as a “pouch packed with problems,” accused the Swedish company of targeting young individuals and utilizing social media to entice them. On Monday, he called upon the Federal Trade Commission and the Food and Drug Administration to scrutinize the marketing and health impacts of Zyn and similar products.

In response, Rep. Lisa McClain (R-MI) criticized Schumer, asserting that prioritizing a spending bill with border security funding should take precedence over investigating Zyn. McClain emphasized the urgency of addressing border control issues rather than infringing on consumer rights by attempting to ban Zyn.

Zyn and other non-tobacco nicotine pouches have witnessed a surge in popularity amid heightened restrictions on electronic cigarettes, with sales escalating from $126 million in December 2019 to $808 million in March 2022. The Biden administration, concurrently advocating for increased regulations on e-cigarettes, has proposed a menthol cigarette ban. 

In October, California passed a bill that bans selling tobacco products to people born after 2006

The National Republican Senatorial Committee condemned Schumer and the Biden administration’s proposed menthol cigarette ban, asserting that it reflects an overbearing “nanny state” mentality within the Democratic Party.


Information for this story was found via the sources and companies mentioned. The author has no securities or affiliations related to the organizations discussed. Not a recommendation to buy or sell. Always do additional research and consult a professional before purchasing a security. The author holds no licenses.

Video Articles

STLLR Gold: The Tower Gold PEA

AngloGold Buys Another Gold Junior! Augusta Gold Acquired For $197 Million

Another Gold Deal! Aris Mining Sells Assets To McFarlane

Recommended

Tsunami Warnings Spread As Largest Quake Since 2011 Hits Russia

Northern Superior Intersects 1.75 g/t Gold Over 65.0 Metres At Philibert

Related News

Sen. Chuck Schumer Urges Fellow Senators to Help With Federal Cannabis Legalization Bill

Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer sent a hopeful letter to his fellow Senate members urging...

Saturday, February 12, 2022, 11:04:00 AM

US Senator Calls For Probe On Logan Paul’s Prime Energy Drink

In seemingly yet another potential legal wrinkle for online influencer Logan Paul, US Senate Majority...

Tuesday, July 11, 2023, 11:43:00 AM

Philip Morris International to Build $600M Zyn Factory in Colorado

Philip Morris International (NYSE: PM) has announced plans to construct a major manufacturing facility in...

Thursday, July 18, 2024, 08:08:23 AM

In an About-Face, Senator Manchin Signs Off On A Bill That Reflects President Biden’s Spending Priorities

On July 27, Democratic U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (West Virginia), who is almost universally viewed...

Thursday, July 28, 2022, 12:14:00 PM

The Manchin Surprise: US Senator Now Supports Biden’s “Inflation Reduction” Tax Agenda

It has been called by many names but US President Joe Biden’s attempt to enact...

Saturday, July 30, 2022, 09:00:00 AM