National Security Concerns Regarding TikTok

Lawmakers in Washington argue that TikTok poses a national security threat due to China's laws that could potentially access private data. Concerns revolve around China's control over ByteDance, TikTok's ownership, leading to fears of spying, propaganda dissemination, and censorship. Despite lack of concrete evidence, proponents suggest possible misuse. Although some reports mention TikTok spying on journalists, the actual extent remains uncertain. US intelligence agencies raised alarms about Chinese influence on TikTok, aligning with the case for banning the platform.