Communities United for Smart Policy

A former ATF official warns that just because vape companies label their products as "nicotine-free" does not mean those products are safe to use. This is especially true if the products contain 6MN, or "Nix," a nicotine analog. Learn more here: Washington Examiner: msn.com/en-us/technolo…

Law enforcement officials blow the whistle on illegal Chinese vape companies exploiting major regulatory loopholes to flood US markets so nicotine analog products, like 6MN, or “Nix,” reach the hands of American children. Learn more here: Fox News: msn.com/en-us/news/us/…

A DOJ press conference yesterday had illegal vapes from China on display as the agency announced the largest trade fraud crackdown in history and new Trade Fraud Task Force enforcement initiatives. reuters.com/legal/governme… uniteforsmartpolicy.org/stop-vapes

250 years ago, America declared that free people should govern themselves. That idea changed the world. Today, we celebrate the courage that began it and the duty to keep it alive.

For the 2nd year in a row, CUSP joined mayors at the U.S. Conference of Mayors to tackle the illegal vape crisis head-on. Thank you to mayors @JaneCastor, @DannyAvula & @colamayor for your leadership on this important work. uniteforsmartpolicy.org/cusp-commentar…

For the ones who never made it home. Some gave all. Today is for them.

CBP and partners seize 18 million in vapes worth more than $175M. Keep up the enforcement to keep these dangerous illicit products away from our kids. cbp.gov/newsroom/natio…

“Dangerous, illegal Chinese vapes threaten the health of our children. My bill would increase the penalty on companies that enable Communist China to sell these dangerous devices in American markets." @SenTomCotton Read CUSP’s latest blog: uniteforsmartpolicy.org/cusp-commentar…

Our enemies like Iran are using crypto against us. Tell Congress to close the gaps. Stop the threat.

The first conviction yesterday under the TAKE IT DOWN Act is a major win in protecting kids from AI exploitation and abuse. Credit to @FLOTUS for championing this important issue and pushing this forward.

Rep. Brad Knott and Former ATF Official Richard Marianos condemn Vapor Technology Association for its ties to the CCP: “This is not a secret. This is known.” - @RepKnott breitbart.com/national-secur…

Florida’s China Prevention Unit Targets Global Criminal Enterprises: @AGJamesUthmeier is leading the way to prevent foreign adversaries from undermining American citizens. Learn more here in CUSP’s latest blog: uniteforsmartpolicy.org/cusp-commentar…

Illegal vapes from China are flooding the market, but @SenateGOP is not backing down. Read more in CUSP’s recent blog: uniteforsmartpolicy.org/cusp-commentar…

Over two centuries of presidents. One enduring republic. Happy Presidents' Day from CUSP.

Merry Christmas. Wishing families across the country a peaceful, joyful holiday.

26 million students ride a bus every day. @LungAssociation analysis shows electric school buses eliminate reduce exposure to toxins. A practical option for districts focused on cleaner air for kids. uniteforsmartpolicy.org/cusp-commentar…

Adult consumers shouldn’t have to worry about the legality of vape products. With only 13 products approved, @SenatorBurr suggests better FDA enforcement: “Continue to make the changes that are needed to bring additional products to the marketplace.” radio.foxnews.com/2025/12/08/the…

Drones: The Difference Between Life and Death. Find out how drones are revolutionizing how police combat crime. Find out more from CUSP’s Latest Blog: uniteforsmartpolicy.org/cusp-commentar…

This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for the families, workers and local leaders striving every day to build safer, healthier, more prosperous communities. From all of us at CUSP — Happy Thanksgiving!

It’s not a question of if, but when: Why securing the stockpile is critical to protect Americans against biological threats. Read CUSP's latest blog post: uniteforsmartpolicy.org/cusp-commentar…