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    Zayne PhamBy Zayne PhamJanuary 10, 2025Updated:January 10, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read5 Views
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    Will TikTok Be Banned in The U.S? The Supreme Court will Decide the App’s Future. (Image Credit: Shutterstock)
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    As the clock ticks toward a potential ban on TikTok, the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to weigh in on a case that could have sweeping implications for digital rights, national security, and international relations. The popular social media platform, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, faces a deadline of January 19, 2025, to divest its U.S. operations or face an outright ban.

    This high-stakes legal battle centers on concerns over national security and the constitutional rights of free speech. Here’s everything you need to know about the case, the potential TikTok ban, and what it means for millions of American users.


    When is TikTok Ban Scheduled to Take Effect?

    Under a bipartisan law signed by President Joe Biden in April 2023, TikTok could be banned in the U.S. by January 19, 2025, unless ByteDance sells its American operations to a U.S.-based company. The legislation prohibits TikTok from being distributed via app stores or hosted on U.S. internet infrastructure, citing concerns that ByteDance could share user data with the Chinese government or manipulate content.

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    TikTok has repeatedly denied these allegations, with a spokesperson stating, “We believe the Court will find the TikTok ban unconstitutional so the over 170 million Americans on our platform can continue to exercise their free speech rights.”


    Supreme Court Session Details: When Will the Decision Be Made?

    The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in the case at 10 a.m. EST on Friday, January 10, 2025. The session is open to the public, with limited seating, and will also be livestreamed via the official Supreme Court website.

    The Court could announce its decision at any time following the hearing, though a ruling is expected before the January 19 deadline.


    TikTok’s Argument: A Violation of Free Speech

    TikTok has filed an emergency motion challenging the legislation as a violation of the First Amendment, which protects free speech. In its legal filing, TikTok stated:

    “Congress has enacted a massive and unprecedented speech restriction that will silence the voices of millions of Americans who use the platform to communicate about politics, commerce, arts, and other matters of public concern.”

    TikTok’s stance has gained support from organizations like the American Civil Liberties Union, which argues the ban is an act of censorship that undermines constitutional protections.

    Government’s Position: National Security at Stake

    The Biden administration defends the legislation, citing TikTok’s ties to ByteDance as a “grave threat” to national security. U.S. officials argue that ByteDance could be compelled by the Chinese government to share user data or manipulate the app’s content for political influence.

    TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies hearing before the House Energy and Commerce Committee in Washington on March 23. (Credit: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images)
    TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies hearing before the House Energy and Commerce Committee in Washington on March 23. (Credit: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Images)

    However, the government acknowledges it has no evidence of these actions occurring. Critics argue that banning TikTok based on speculative risks sets a dangerous precedent.


    Efforts to Save TikTok

    The possibility of a TikTok ban has sparked interest from U.S. entrepreneurs looking to acquire its operations. Billionaire Frank McCourt and “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O’Leary have formed a consortium, the People’s Bid for TikTok, to negotiate the acquisition of TikTok’s U.S. assets from ByteDance.

    The People’s Bid for TikTok is a consortium seeking to purchase the platform to keep it operational in the United States. (Image Credit: Reuters)
    The People’s Bid for TikTok is a consortium seeking to purchase the platform to keep it operational in the United States. (Image Credit: Reuters)

    Adding a twist to the legal battle, President-elect Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to pause the legislation. Trump, a former critic of TikTok, has recently expressed support for the app, calling it essential for competition in the digital space.

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    During a December 2024 meeting with TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew, Trump described the app as an important platform for communication and outreach. Trump’s legal team argues that delaying the ban would allow his administration to explore a political resolution.


    What Happens if TikTok is Banned?

    If the legislation goes into effect on January 19, 2025, TikTok will be removed from app stores, and users will no longer be able to download or update the app. While existing users may retain access temporarily, the app’s functionality will deteriorate over time without updates or support.

    The ban would significantly impact content creators and businesses that rely on TikTok for marketing, income, and engagement. Many creators are already preparing to transition to other platforms.


    National Security or Free Speech

    The TikTok ban case is a delicate balance between safeguarding national security and preserving free expression. The Supreme Court’s decision will set a critical precedent for how governments regulate foreign-owned platforms in an increasingly interconnected digital world.

    For now, TikTok’s future in the United States hangs in the balance as millions of users await a decision that could reshape the social media landscape.

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