US Federal Court Upholds Law That Could Lead to TikTok Ban, Trump Opposes It
A US federal appeals court in the District of Columbia has confirmed the constitutionality of a law that may result in banning the popular social media platform TikTok in the United States.
The court ruled that TikTok must sever its ties with its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, by January 19 or face a nationwide ban. The decision follows TikTok’s legal claims that such a ban violates the US Constitution and the principle of free speech.
In an unexpected twist, former President Donald Trump, who attempted to ban TikTok during his first term, has now expressed opposition to the law. Trump stated that he is committed to “protecting social media platforms” and ensuring their continued operation in the US.
This development has sparked intense debate in the US, particularly regarding digital privacy, freedom of speech, and national security concerns tied to Chinese-owned tech companies. As the January deadline approaches, all eyes are on TikTok and its next steps.