The Holy Post French Friday: TikTok Ban & Who Should Hold the Reins of Social Media
Mar 29, 2024
Legal analyst David French discusses the bipartisan support for banning TikTok, Trump's stance on China, and the challenges of regulating social media content. The debate covers free speech, government intervention, and the power of tech giants in public discourse.
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TikTok Security Risk
- TikTok’s security risk stems from China's control over user data and its potential for propaganda.
- The proposed bill aims to address this by mandating the sale of TikTok's American version to US owners.
Content Concerns on TikTok
- Content arguments against TikTok are weak since it's similar to US social media.
- However, China does control TikTok’s algorithm, raising concerns about biased content promotion.
Bipartisan Support and Opposition
- The bipartisan support for the TikTok ban in the House was surprising, given political divisions.
- Opposition came from extremes of both parties, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, Matt Gaetz, and AOC.