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FDA eases vaping rules in Trump policy pivot

FDA removes vaping guardrails, authorizes flavored products, and allows some unauthorized vapes under new guidance.
WHO: FDA and the Trump administration; tobacco and vaping industry stakeholders
WHAT: FDA removed vaping guardrails and issued new guidance, including marketing authorization for four flavored vaping products.
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 6:35 AM ET
WHERE: Florida
WHY: The Trump administration pivoted vaping policy by taking down prior FDA guardrails limiting industry growth.

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