New York City has initiated a federal lawsuit against nine major vape distributors, alleging they have unlawfully targeted underage children with flavored e-cigarettes, in violation of federal, state, and city laws. The lawsuit, announced by the NYC Mayor's Office, aims to prevent these companies from continuing practices deemed harmful to youth and seeks monetary damages. This legal action reflects growing concerns regarding the influence of e-cigarettes on minors and the broader implications of the vaping industry, especially in light of illegal imports from China, which are flooding the American market with potentially dangerous products. Reports indicate that over 50% of the American tobacco market consists of illegal Chinese vapes, raising alarms about the safety and regulation of vaping products available to consumers.