TikTok Faces National Security Law, Supreme Court Upholds Restrictions

TikTok is facing significant scrutiny in the U.S. over national security concerns linked to its Chinese ownership by ByteDance. Lawmakers assert that the app poses a threat to privacy and free speech, leading to legislative actions that could force its sale or ban. Recently, the Supreme Court upheld the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which mandates TikTok divest from Chinese ownership or cease operations in the U.S. In response, TikTok has filed a lawsuit claiming that the law infringes on its rights and that the security concerns are overstated. The app's rise from a fun video-sharing platform to a focal point of geopolitical tension highlights the intersection of technology and national security. With a looming deadline for compliance, the future of TikTok in the U.S. remains uncertain as it navigates these legal challenges.