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TikTok loses Supreme Court fight, prepares to shut down Sunday
3h·
57 sources

Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban Under National Security Law

The Supreme Court's unanimous decision enforces a law requiring TikTok to divest from Chinese ownership by January 19 due to national security concerns.

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Highlights (39)

MEDIAite

MEDIAite·5h·Leans Left

"The Supreme Court's decision to support the TikTok ban undermines the First Amendment and is an overreach based on unsubstantiated national security fears, which could stifle the expression of millions of Americans who rely on the platform."

Newsweek

Newsweek·5h·Center

"The Supreme Court's ruling signals a troubling precedent for the First Amendment, as national security concerns begin to overshadow fundamental rights such as free speech."

CNBC

CNBC·5h·Center

"The Supreme Court's decision, while acknowledging TikTok's value to millions of Americans, highlights the urgent need to confront national security risks associated with the app's data practices."

Slate

Slate·5h·Left

"The Supreme Court was right to stay in its lane and uphold a ban on TikTok, as it reflects a reasonable deference to Congress’s judgment on a significant national security threat."

BBC News

BBC News·5h·Center

"The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the TikTok ban underscores the growing bipartisan consensus on national security concerns, even as the app remains a vital platform for expression among millions of Americans."

Boston Herald

Boston Herald·6h·Leans Right

"The unexpected ban on TikTok highlights the precarious balance between political aspirations and the digital lives of American users, who have come to rely on the platform for entertainment, income, and connection."

USA TODAY

USA TODAY·6h·Center

"The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the ban on TikTok is a significant blow to the app's future in the U.S., raising serious concerns about the implications for free speech and the accessibility of social media."

Reason

Reason·6h·Center

"It's galling for certain Democrats to vote for a bill that applies an unprecedented sell-or-die provision to a private platform, justify it as important to counter an existential threat, and then continue using the app themselves."

The Hill

The Hill·6h·Center

"The Supreme Court's ruling that the TikTok ban is constitutional highlights Congress's prioritization of national security over the First Amendment, a decision that underscores the tension between free expression and safety in the digital age."

Business Insider

Business Insider·6h·Center

"The Supreme Court's recent decision to uphold a law potentially leading to a TikTok ban highlights the ongoing debate over national security versus constitutional rights, leaving the effectiveness of such measures in question."

NBC News

NBC News·6h·Center

"The ongoing saga surrounding TikTok reaches a crucial juncture, as the support from Trump offers a glimmer of hope for the app's future in the U.S., amidst the looming threat of a ban that has already sparked considerable debate."

CBS News

CBS News·6h·Center

"The Supreme Court has underscored the importance of national security by allowing Congress to implement a law aimed at curbing TikTok's operations in the U.S., despite the app’s significant role in the lives of millions of Americans."

CNET

CNET·6h·Center

"The Supreme Court's ruling underscores a troubling trend where national security concerns overshadow the fundamental rights of freedom of speech, eclipsing the voices of millions of TikTok users in the process."

AlterNet

AlterNet·6h·Left

"The Supreme Court's unanimous decision to uphold the TikTok ban underscores the critical need to prioritize national security over concerns of free speech, reinforcing the idea that safeguarding American citizens from foreign influence is of utmost importance."

Epoch Times

Epoch Times·7h·Right

"The Biden administration asserts that TikTok must remain accessible to Americans but under ownership that mitigates national security risks, indicating a strong commitment to safeguarding American data from foreign threats."

Vox

Vox·7h·Leans Left

"The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the TikTok ban underscores a growing concern about national security and data privacy, suggesting that the risks posed by foreign control of such platforms outweigh the implications for free speech and content moderation."

FOX News

FOX News·7h·Leans Right

"Trump's insistence on needing time to review the Supreme Court's decision reflects a cautious approach as he navigates the pressures of a contentious national security debate."

The Guardian

The Guardian·7h·Leans Left

"The Supreme Court's unanimous decision to uphold the ban on TikTok reflects a significant endorsement of national security over the app's popularity and the concerns raised by civil liberties advocates."

Mother Jones

Mother Jones·7h·Left

"The Supreme Court's decision to allow the TikTok ban highlights a troubling precedent where national security concerns can overshadow the free speech rights of millions, casting doubt on the balance between state interests and individual liberties."

TIME Magazine

TIME Magazine·7h·Leans Left

"The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the federal ban on TikTok highlights a significant tension between national security concerns and the rights of millions of users, reflecting a broader geopolitical struggle with China."

"The unanimous decision by the Supreme Court to uphold the TikTok ban underscores a critical balancing act between national security and the rights of American users, raising significant questions about the future of digital expression in a rapidly evolving technological landscape."

Rolling Stone

Rolling Stone·7h·Left

"The Biden administration's apparent retreat from enforcing the TikTok ban underscores a growing recognition of the app's significance to millions of Americans and the urgent need for a more pragmatic approach to its future."

MSNBC

MSNBC·7h·Left

"The Supreme Court's decision highlights the balancing act between national security and the expressive freedoms offered by platforms like TikTok, yet it ultimately prioritizes the government's concerns over the potential risks of foreign data collection."

World News Group

World News Group·7h·Leans Right

"The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the TikTok ban reflects a troubling prioritization of national security concerns over the fundamental principles of free speech."

Breitbart News

Breitbart News·7h·Right

"The Supreme Court's unanimous decision reflects a recognition of the national security risks posed by TikTok and underscores the necessity of regulating foreign adversarial influence in the digital realm."

New York Magazine

New York Magazine·8h·Leans Left

"The potential ban on TikTok looms large, setting the stage for a controversial decision that most stakeholders seem eager to avoid."

New York Sun

New York Sun·8h·Right

"While the Supreme Court's decision emphasizes the paramount importance of national security, it also dismisses the rich and engaging platform that TikTok provides for millions of Americans, highlighting a tension between digital expression and safety."

Al Jazeera

Al Jazeera·8h·Leans Left

"The Supreme Court's swift ruling against TikTok underscores a troubling precedent where national security concerns are allowed to override the vast expressive freedoms enjoyed by millions of Americans on digital platforms."

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times·8h·Leans Left

"The Supreme Court's decision to uphold a law that could lead to a nationwide TikTok ban underscores the growing tension between national security concerns and the rights of users, as this popular platform now hangs in the balance."

Boston Globe

Boston Globe·8h·Leans Left

"The situation surrounding TikTok underscores a chaotic transition of power, with the outgoing Biden administration opting to pass the controversial decision to Donald Trump, who has suddenly become an unexpected ally of the social media app he once sought to ban."

"The Supreme Court's decision underscores the critical balance between national security and the freedom of expression, indicating a prevailing consensus that TikTok's ownership structure poses a significant risk that must be addressed."

ARS Technica

ARS Technica·8h·Center

"The Supreme Court's ruling underscores the government's prerogative to prioritize national security over the free speech rights of a platform that has become a vital tool for millions of Americans."

Salon

Salon·8h·Left

"The clock is ticking for TikTok's 170 million American users as the platform faces a grim fate, leaving creators and small businesses bracing for significant losses amidst a chaotic scramble to find a savior."

NPR

NPR·8h·Center

"The Supreme Court's decision to uphold the TikTok ban highlights the federal government's prioritization of national security concerns over the free expression rights of millions of Americans, potentially reshaping the tech landscape and setting a concerning precedent for data privacy legislation."

Daily Caller

Daily Caller·8h·Right

"The Supreme Court's ruling marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle between national security concerns and the freedom of expression, highlighting the complex interplay between safeguarding American interests and preserving the rights of millions of TikTok users."

NewsNation

NewsNation·8h·Center

"The Supreme Court's decision underscores the tension between safeguarding national security and preserving a platform that has become an integral part of social expression for millions of Americans."

Associated Press

Associated Press·8h·Center

"The Supreme Court's decision underscores the tension between national security and freedom of speech, as the justices balance the rights of the 170 million TikTok users against the potential dangers posed by its Chinese ownership."

Newsmax

Newsmax·12h·Right

"Trump's eagerness to negotiate a resolution for TikTok reflects both the app's immense popularity and his awareness of the potential backlash from a significant user base in the U.S."

New York Post

New York Post·8d·Leans Right

"The Supreme Court's ruling reflects a troubling moment for digital expression in America, as the looming ban on TikTok highlights the ongoing tension between national security and the rights of individuals to engage freely on social media."

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