The Supreme Court Should Back the TikTok Ban | Opinion [Video]

TikTok’s days may be numbered—at least in the U.S.

The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments as the platform battles to block a law that could see it banned nationwide starting Jan. 19, unless its Chinese owner divests. Let’s hope the court holds firm. A TikTok ban isn’t just sensible; it’s essential.

For years, experts have raised alarms about TikTok, but their warnings have been hollow—vague claims about privacy risks, Trojan Horses, and foreign influence. This lack of specificity has allowed the app to thrive, with many dismissing these concerns as mere speculation or political posturing. Without clear explanations of how TikTok’s data practices and algorithmic manipulations pose immediate threats, the public remains largely unaware of the full scope of the danger.

TikTok is not merely a harmless platform for sharing videos; it is a sophisticated tool for …