Trump to Meet With Vaping Industry as He Weighs New Regulations
- Trump calls issue a ‘dilemma’ as ban on flavors considered
- President says that health, safety and jobs will be a focus
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President Donald Trump said he’s planning to meet with vaping-industry representatives and medical professionals as the White House considers new limits on the sale of e-cigarettes.
The announcement appeared to catch federal regulators as well as pro-vaping groups by surprise. The debate over new restrictions has pitted health advocates concerned about teen nicotine habits against small businesses who say tighter rules would destroy a growing industry.