Sen. Charles Schumer says The Food and Drug Administration will ban caffeinated alcohol drinks . `` We are taking this step after trying -- unsuccessfully -- to navigate a difficult and politically-charged regulatory environment at both the state and federal levels , '' the statement said . Critics say the drinks are unsafe and appeal to minors . New York , Michigan , Oklahoma , Utah and New York already ban the drinks .
Sen. Charles Schumer says The Food and Drug Administration will ban caffeinated alcohol drinks . Critics say the drinks are unsafe and appeal to minors . New York , Michigan , Oklahoma , Utah and New York already ban the drinks .