TikTok asks the Supreme Court for an emergency order to block a US ban unless it's sold
NPR Online NewsDEC 2024
TikTok Seeks Supreme Court Aid to Block Imminent US Ban
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Above: The TikTok logo is displayed on an iPhone screen on Dec. 6, 2024 in San Anselmo, CA. Image copyright: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Establishment-critical narrative
The proposed ban represents an unprecedented violation of free speech rights and would silence millions of Americans who use the platform for political discourse, commerce, and artistic expression. The government's national security concerns are speculative and don't justify such extreme measures that would devastate small businesses and content creators.
Pro-establishment narrative
The government must act to protect Americans from a foreign adversary's ability to collect sensitive data and covertly manipulate public opinion. TikTok's ownership structure poses a significant national security threat that requires immediate action to safeguard US interests.
Metaculus Prediction
There's an 82% chance that TikTok will still be owned by a foreign adversary and will still be available in the US on Dec. 31, 2025, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
