The Food and Drug Administration has authorized the first menthol-flavored electronic cigarettes for adult smokers, recognizing the potential harm reduction compared to traditional tobacco smoking. The decision, which includes four menthol e-cigarettes from Njoy, follows years of debate over the benefits and risks of vaping. While vaping companies claim their products can help smokers quit, critics warn of the appeal to adolescents and teens, who are disproportionately affected by flavored e-cigarettes. The FDA emphasized that e-cigarettes are not safe or FDA-approved and should not be used by non-smokers. The decision comes after years of regulatory delays and a court-imposed deadline for FDA action on major vaping brands. With concerns about youth vaping still prevalent, the authorization of menthol e-cigarettes has sparked controversy among parents and anti-tobacco groups.