President Biden's State of the Union address may discuss crime and law enforcement reform in relation to the FDA's proposed menthol cigarette ban, which could impact public safety and minority groups.

President Biden's State of the Union address on March 7 may address crime and law enforcement reform. The FDA's proposed ban on menthol cigarettes, which disproportionately affect Black Americans, could lead to more violent encounters between law enforcement and communities of color. The ban, if enforced by local law enforcement, contradicts Biden's aims to improve public safety and protect minority groups.

February 24, 2024
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