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Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez sells nicotine-pouch-themed campaign tin

The Hill reports that the lawmaker is offering the branded merchandise ahead of her reelection race.

The short version

  • Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is selling Zyn-inspired storage tins labeled "GLUE-ZYN-KAMP" on her campaign website.[The Hill]
  • The sale comes during a toss-up reelection contest against Washington state Sen. John Braun.[The Hill]
  • The nicotine pouch brand gained FDA marketing authorization in 2025 as an aid to help adults reduce smoking.[The Hill]

Key facts

  • Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez is selling a $50 "GLUE-ZYN-KAMP" storage tin on her campaign website.[The Hill]
  • Gluesenkamp Perez is competing in a toss-up reelection race against Washington state Sen. John Braun.[The Hill]
  • Zyn gained marketing authorization from the FDA in 2025 as a product to help adults reduce smoking.[The Hill]
  • Philip Morris International did not return a request for comment regarding the campaign merchandise.[The Hill]

What remains uncertain

  • Philip Morris International has not publicly addressed or commented on the campaign's use of Zyn-inspired branding.[The Hill]

Sources

Outlet counts describe coverage, not independent confirmation. Reports may share a wire service or original source.