EXCLUSIVE — A conservative group is hitting out against Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) over his support for a proposed menthol cigarette ban despite concerns such a move would negatively affect the economy and have a disproportionate impact on communities of color.

The Liberty Policy Foundation launched the six-figure ad campaign on Monday, specifically targeting black voters who disapprove of President Joe Biden, small-business owners, and independent voters. The ad is being launched on a new website, BrownsBan.com, building on previous efforts to nationalize the topic ahead of the 2024 elections.