In a now-infamous hearing before the U.S. Congress in April 1994, the CEOs of the seven largest American tobacco companies stood side-by-side and each swore under oath that they did not believe nicotine was addictive. Their testimony was broadcast nationwide, symbolizing decades of corporate denial despite mounting scientific evidence to the contrary. The moment became a defining example of how powerful industries can mislead the public for profit. Years later, internal documents revealed that these companies were fully aware of nicotine’s addictive properties — triggering lawsuits, regulations, and a wave of public health reforms. The courtroom image of these CEOs remains one of the most iconic moments in corporate accountability history. #TobaccoLies #NicotineAddiction #CorporateDeception #1994Congress #BigTobacco