Dive into the heart of the discussion around TikTok’s future in the US. From state bans to federal legislative actions and legal battles, get up-to-date on the measures being considered and implemented against the popular app due to security concerns linked to its parent company, ByteDance.
Is the United States Banning TikTok?
Bollywoodfever, March 14: In recent years, numerous US government officials have expressed their opposition to TikTok’s operations within the United States.
Their concern stems primarily from the app’s ownership by ByteDance, a company based in China.
Senate members have raised alarms about potential data sharing with the Chinese government and the possibility of user surveillance.
Below is a comprehensive update on the efforts by both State and Federal authorities in the US to limit or prohibit TikTok’s activities:
TikTok Challenges Montana’s Ban
On May 22, 2023, TikTok initiated legal action against Montana following the enactment of a law that prohibits the use of the short-form video application within the state.
A TikTok spokesperson stated to NBCNews, “In defense of our business and the vast TikTok community in Montana, we are contesting the state’s unconstitutional ban on TikTok. We are confident in our lawsuit’s success, supported by a robust set of legal precedents and facts.”
This marks the beginning of TikTok’s fight against the Montana ban, which is expected to see further developments. Updates will follow as new information emerges.
Montana Governor Enacts TikTok Ban
According to APNews, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte signed legislation on May 17, 2023, set by state lawmakers earlier that year, effectively banning TikTok from January 1, 2024, for all state residents.
The Potential Nationwide Ban of TikTok in the US
As of now, the US federal government has not implemented a nationwide ban on TikTok, despite ongoing concerns regarding data privacy and the potential for data to be shared with the Chinese government.
On March 13, 2024, the United States House of Representatives passed a bill proposing a TikTok ban across the US, contingent upon ByteDance divesting its stakes in the app.
Although the House has passed the bill, it must still clear the Senate and receive President Joe Biden’s signature to be enacted into law. President Biden has indicated his willingness to sign the bill, but it has yet to become officially binding.
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