{"id":2430412,"date":"2025-05-02T21:27:01","date_gmt":"2025-05-03T01:27:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/if-you-see-someone-puffing-on-a-vape-pointing-out-chinas-hand-in-it-could-chill-them-to-the-bone\/"},"modified":"2025-05-02T21:30:34","modified_gmt":"2025-05-03T01:30:34","slug":"if-you-see-someone-puffing-on-a-vape-pointing-out-chinas-hand-in-it-could-chill-them-to-the-bone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/if-you-see-someone-puffing-on-a-vape-pointing-out-chinas-hand-in-it-could-chill-them-to-the-bone\/","title":{"rendered":"If You See Someone Puffing on a Vape, Pointing Out China\u2019s Hand in It Could Chill Them to the Bone"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">40<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fif-you-see-someone-puffing-on-a-vape-pointing-out-chinas-hand-in-it-could-chill-them-to-the-bone%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2430412&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The article addresses the dangers associated with unregulated vaping products, emphasizing the surge of counterfeit vapes originating from China that flood the American market. These products often <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/enough-fentanyl-stopped-at-border-in-past-year-to-kill-every-american-18-times\/\" title=\"Border authorities seized enough fentanyl in the past year to kill every American 18 times.\">lack <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/give-my-regards-to-your-puppet-master-elon-musk-fires-back-at-wapo-story-and-owner-jeff-bezos\/\" title=\"\u2018Give My Regards To Your Puppet Master\u2019: Elon Musk Fires Back At WaPo Story And Owner Jeff Bezos\">quality control<\/a><\/a>, potentially containing harmful chemicals that pose importent health risks, even more then conventional smoking. The piece highlights the alarming reality that over 90% of these vapes operate under the radar of regulatory oversight.<\/p>\n<p>Rep. Ritchie Torres is urging New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to take action against these illegal products, pointing out their dangers, especially to youth, who are often attracted to the appealing flavors that have been banned by the FDA. The lack of regulation not only allows for the presence of toxic ingredients but also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/house-gop-investigates-university-of-wisconsin-for-gain-of-function-research\/\" title=\"House GOP probes University of Wisconsin for &#039;gain of ...&#039; study.\">raises safety concerns<\/a> regarding the devices themselves, as they may malfunction and cause injuries.<\/p>\n<p>Consumers are advised to be cautious, to only purchase from legitimate sources, and to demand proof of product authenticity. The article concludes with a call to action for those struggling with addiction to seek help, citing resources available for support.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<p><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><\/p>\n<section> \t\t\t\t<script>console.log(\"ad slot (AC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC2)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC3)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC4)\")<\/script><\/p>\n<p>As a smoker, I get it &mdash; the monkey on your back is real and it can <em>screech<\/em>. I&rsquo;m partial to cigars myself, but I understand the appeal of vapes: trendy, discreet, and no lingering burnt tobacco smell.<\/p>\n<p>But here&rsquo;s a chilling reality: Many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/idiot-bad-fads-vapes-tide-pod\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vapes<\/a> on the streets are unregulated, potentially deadly fakes smuggled in from China. And Americans need to know the risks.<\/p>\n<p>The vape market has exploded, but as The Daily Wire <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/china-is-flooding-america-with-illegal-vapes-and-more-than-90-fly-under-the-radar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reported<\/a> Wednesday, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/china-orders-airlines-not-take-deliveries-boeing-planes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">China<\/a> is flooding America with illegal ones, and over 90 percent fly under the radar of regulators.<\/p>\n<p>These counterfeit vapes aren&rsquo;t just knockoffs &mdash; they&rsquo;re dangerous, and even more so than the standard hazards presented by smoking.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike regulated products, they&rsquo;re made with unknown ingredients and zero quality control. You might think you&rsquo;re inhaling a fruity puff, but you could be sucking down cancer-causing chemicals straight from a Shenzhen factory.<\/p>\n<p> <script type=\"text\/javascript\"> \t\t\tif ( getCookie( \"ff_subbed\" ) ) { \t\t\t\tdocument.getElementById(\"stnvideo\").remove() \t\t\t} else { \t\t\t\tdocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() { \t\t\t\t\tfunction loadScript(src) { \t\t\t\t\t\tconst script=document.createElement(\"script\"); \t\t\t\t\t\tscript.src=src; \t\t\t\t\t\tscript.async=true; \t\t\t\t\t\tdocument.body.appendChild(script); \t\t\t\t\t} \t\t\t\t\tfunction findPreviousParagraph(selector, x) { \t\t\t\t\t\tconst targetElement=document.querySelector(selector); \t\t\t\t\t\tif (!targetElement) { \t\t\t\t\t\t\tconsole.warn(\"Target element not found.\"); \t\t\t\t\t\t\treturn null; \t\t\t\t\t\t}  \t\t\t\t\t\t\/\/ Get all <\/p>\n<p> elements in order as they appear in the document \t\t\t\t\t\tlet paragraphs=Array.from(document.querySelectorAll(\"p\"));  \t\t\t\t\t\t\/\/ Find the index of the last <\/p>\n<p> before the target element \t\t\t\t\t\tlet targetIndex=paragraphs.findIndex(p=> p.compareDocumentPosition(targetElement) & Node.DOCUMENT_POSITION_PRECEDING);  \t\t\t\t\t\tif (targetIndex===-1 || targetIndex <x) { \t\t\t\t\t\t\tconsole.warn(\"Not enough paragraphs before the target element.\"); \t\t\t\t\t\t\treturn null; \t\t\t\t\t\t}  \t\t\t\t\t\treturn paragraphs[targetIndex - x]; \t\t\t\t\t}  \t\t\t\t\t\/\/ Set up IntersectionObserver \t\t\t\t\tfunction observeElement(element) { \t\t\t\t\t\tif (!element) return;  \t\t\t\t\t\tconst observer=new IntersectionObserver( \t\t\t\t\t\t\t(entries)=> { \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tentries.forEach(entry=> { \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tif (entry.isIntersecting) { \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tconsole.log(\"Paragraph is now visible:\", entry.target.textContent.trim()); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloadScript(\"https:\/\/embed.sendtonews.com\/player3\/embedcode.js?fk=s28Az7AY\"); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tobserver.disconnect(); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t} \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t}, \t\t\t\t\t\t\t{ threshold: 0.5 } \/\/ Adjust threshold as needed \t\t\t\t\t\t);  \t\t\t\t\t\tobserver.observe(element); \t\t\t\t\t}  \t\t\t\t\t\/\/ Find the 1st paragraph before #stnvideo and observe it \t\t\t\t\tlet paragraphToObserve=findPreviousParagraph(\"#stnvideo\", 2); \t\t\t\t\tobserveElement(paragraphToObserve); \t\t\t\t}); \t\t\t} \t\t<\/script> <\/p>\n<p>Rep. Ritchie Torres has been sounding the alarm, urging New York Gov. Kathy Hochul to crack down on these illegal Chinese vapes.<\/p>\n<p>In a letter <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2025\/04\/06\/us-news\/ritchie-torres-pushes-hochul-to-crack-down-on-illegal-chinese-vapes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">obtained<\/a> by the New York Post, Torres highlighted the public health crisis, noting that these products often target kids with sweet flavors banned by the FDA.<\/p>\n<p>The Daily Wire&rsquo;s investigation revealed that China&rsquo;s $3.<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\">7 billion vape export industry thrives<\/a> on lax U.S. enforcement. And yet, the U.S. only recorded $317 million coming into the country through 2024. Where are these vapes going? Again, the lack of regulation makes it almost impossible to say.<\/p>\n<p>And what&rsquo;s actually in these vapes? That&rsquo;s perhaps the scariest part &mdash; no one knows for sure. They could contain heavy metals, toxic solvents, or synthetic nicotine at levels far beyond what&rsquo;s safe. Without regulation, you&rsquo;re playing Russian roulette with every puff.<\/p>\n<p>Kids are especially vulnerable. Torres pointed out that fruity flavors like mango and cotton candy are designed to hook young users, leading to nicotine addiction before they even understand the risks. Schools across the U.S. are battling a vaping epidemic, and China&rsquo;s fakes are fueling it.<\/p>\n<p>Even adults who think they&rsquo;re making a &ldquo;safer&rdquo; choice by vaping instead of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/biden-makes-telling-move-menthol-cigarette-ban-black-voter-support-crumbles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smoking cigarettes<\/a> are at risk. The lack of oversight means these devices could malfunction, overheat, or even explode, causing burns or worse.<\/p>\n<p>The long-term health consequences are equally dire. Constant exposure to unregulated chemicals can lead to lung damage, cardiovascular issues, and cancer.<\/p>\n<p>As a smoker, I&rsquo;m not here to judge &mdash; addiction is tough. But knowing what I know about China&rsquo;s counterfeit vapes, I&rsquo;d think twice before using one. The risk just isn&rsquo;t worth it.<\/p>\n<p>If you vape, check the source. Legitimate products from authorized sellers are your best bet. Avoid street vendors or shady online deals &mdash; they&rsquo;re far more likely to be the ones peddling China&rsquo;s fakes.<\/p>\n<p>Consumers should also demand transparency. Ask retailers for proof of authenticity. If they can&rsquo;t provide it, walk away. Your health is too important to gamble on a cheap puff.<\/p>\n<p>The trendiness of vaping doesn&rsquo;t outweigh the risks of China&rsquo;s counterfeit products.<\/p>\n<p>Next time you see someone puffing away,  this warning &mdash; it might just chill them to the bone and spark healthy change.<\/p>\n<p><em>If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, reach out for help. 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While I prefer cigars, I see why vapes are popular: they&#8217;re stylish, discreet, and lack the lingering smell of burnt tobacco. However, there&#8217;s a disturbing truth: many street vapes are unregulated and potentially lethal counterfeits smuggled from China. It&#8217;s crucial for Americans to be aware of these dangers. The vape market has surged, but as reported by The Daily Wire on Wednesday, illegal products from China dominate the scene, with over 90% evading regulatory scrutiny. These counterfeit vapes pose significant risks beyond typical smoking hazards; they contain unknown ingredients and lack quality control. You might think you&#8217;re enjoying a fruity flavor when in reality you could be inhaling harmful chemicals from an unverified source in Shenzhen<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2430413,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Vaping.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[33651],"tags":[15453,4501,39993,54522],"class_list":["post-2430412","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-western-journal","tag-awareness","tag-china","tag-health-risks","tag-vape"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Vaping.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2430412","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2430412"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2430412\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2430416,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2430412\/revisions\/2430416"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2430413"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2430412"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2430412"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2430412"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}