The centers for Disease Control related to 530 e cigarette related incidents of lung disease in 38 states and the u. S. Virgin islands. First, i want to make clear that we did not plan to have this emergency hearing at the beginning of this congress, let alone this time last month. On august 23rd, officials from illinois reported the first death due to a mysterious vaping related illness. And since then, a total of eight individuals have tragically died in this outbreak. The response to this crisis, cdc is warning the American Public to consider not using e cigarettes of any kind. Because the subcommittee has investigated the youth vaping epidemic and the companies behind it, we feel its our duty to draw attention to recent Government Health warnings about the dangers of e cigarette use. The longterm Health Effects of continued vaping is unknown. What we do know should give us pause. State Health Departments continue to conduct retro active analysis of patient records to better underst
Lung disease. We heard testimony from centers for Disease Control and prevention experts held by a House Oversight subcommittee. It is about two hours 40 minutes. Good morning. Sorry for the delay. The subcommittee will come to order. Without objection the chairs are authorized to declare a recess of the committee at any time. Without objection id like to have a few members waived onto the committee. Congressman jordan, congressman meadows and congressman cox. Shall be permitted to join the subcommittee on the dias. Without objection so ordered. I now recognize myself for five minutes to give an opening statement. We are here to amplify the recent Health Warnings issued by the centers for Disease Control related to 530 ecigarette related incidents of lung disease in 38 states and the u. S. Virgin islands. First, i want to make clear that we did not plan to have this emergency hearing at the beginning of this congress, let alone this time last month. But on august 23rd, officials from m
On the senate floor. It is aimed at a thus far recalcitrant executive branch which has blocked the ability for the committees to see the complaint. Reporter the acting director of National Intelligence is set to testify on capitol hill thursday. Lawmakers say they are also working to hear from the whistle blower. Late this evening, Congressional Republicans also responded accusing democrats of trying to relitigate the 2016 election. Back to you. This is just the beginning of the process. What are the next steps . What do those look like . Reporter well, we still have to wait for more details in terms of how this is going to be laid out. Speaker pelosi essentially directed the 6 committees that are currently investigating the administration to now proceed under the guise of this impeachment inquiry. Nicole killian, capitol hill. Thanks so much. Bay area politicians are weighing in on the new impeachment inquiry including eric swalwell. Im not looking at the politics of this. Doing nothi
The subcommittee will come to order. Without objection, the chairs are authorized to declare a recess of the committee at any time. Without objection, id like to have a few members waved onto the committee. Congressman jordan, congressman meadows, and congressman cox. Shall be prorated to join the subcommittee on the guys and. Irected dais i now recognize myself for five minutes to give an opening statement. We are here to amplify the recent Health Warnings issued by the centers for Disease Control related to 530 e cigarette related incidents of lung disease in 38 states and the u. S. Virgin islands. First, i want to make clear that we did not plan to have this emergency hearing at the beginning of this congress, let alone this time last month. On august 23, officials from my home state of illinois reported the first death due to a mysterious vaping related illness. And since then, a total of eight individuals have tragically died in this outbreak. In response to this crisis, cdc is wa
Was discovered in his vehicle, dead from an apparent gunshot wound. 19yearold ethan stuart took his life on the very same day. Five days earlier, sailor vincent forlines death was also ruled a suicide. All three served on the Aircraft Carrier uss george h. W. Bush based in norfolk, virginia. James sheltons wife jennifer said she thought he beat his depression. I know it felt dark where he was, but he was so close to getting better. Reporter the navy said the suicides, which didnt happen on the ship, were not connected. The ships Commanding Officer said there is never any stigma or repercussion from seeking help. Still, Jennifer Shelton said her husband was afraid hed lose his job if he revealed his illness. As father of six, he needed every dollar that he was making. So he was concerned about taking medication for his depression because he needed every dollar. Reporter there is about a increasing problem with suicides across the military. 325 active duty members died by suicide in 2018