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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Moms for America Action (MFA Action), the nation’s largest and fastest-growing conservative moms organization, announced that combating illegal Chinese vapes will be a top advocacy priority for 2026, as the organization mobilizes moms nationwide to demand stronger enforcement, accountability, and protections for America’s children.

The announcement comes as the Trump Administration intensifies its crackdown on illegal Chinese-manufactured vape products that continue to flood U.S. markets despite federal bans and safety concerns.

“For moms, this is personal,” said Emily Stack, Executive Director of Moms for America Action. “Illegal Chinese vapes are showing up in our schools, our neighborhoods, and our homes every single day. In 2026, Moms for America Action is making this fight a priority; to stop illegal Chinese vapes from getting into our country and targeting our kids.”

As part of its 2026 agenda, Moms for America Action will mobilize moms to advocate for stronger enforcement, accountability for foreign manufacturers, and protections for children and families.

Many illegal Chinese vapes are deliberately designed to appeal to children, featuring candy flavors disguised as everyday items such as school supplies or gaming devices.

“This is not an accident; it’s by design,” Stack continued. “China has built a billion-dollar industry on addicting American kids to illegal products that have no place in our communities. Moms are fed up, and we fully support the Trump Administration’s aggressive actions to shut down this black market.”

Alarming Facts About Illegal Chinese Vapes

• A single Chinese vape can contain the same amount of nicotine as 590 cigarettes.
• In 2024, more than 1.6 million U.S. middle and high school students vaped and the top 3 brands used were from China.
• There are no Chinese vapes on the FDA authorized e-cigarette list.

Despite being illegal, these products have continued to circulate through online sellers and unregulated smoke shops, until recently.

In 2025, the Trump Administration launched a sweeping crackdown, seizing $86.5 million in illegal e-cigarettes in Chicago, the largest bust of its kind, followed by the DEA’s nationwide Operation Vape Trail targeting illegal vape sales.

“President Trump’s actions send a clear message: profiting off the addiction of our children will not be tolerated,” Stack said. “Moms want safe communities, honest enforcement of the law, and leaders who put American families first. We are committed to making sure these dangerous products are removed from our schools and neighborhoods for good.”

About Moms for America Action
Moms for America Action is a national grassroots organization dedicated to empowering moms to protect children, preserve the family, and defend American values through education, advocacy, and civic engagement.

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