DOJ Seeks Dismissal of TikTok’s Challenge to U.S. Ban Citing National Security

The Department of Justice (DOJ) urged a federal court to dismiss TikTok’s attempt to overturn a law that could lead to its ban in the United States. This law mandates ByteDance, TikTok’s China-based parent company, to sell the app or face a ban, a move President Biden enacted into law in April.

The DOJ emphasized national security concerns, alleging that TikTok uses internal search tools to gather information on users’ opinions on sensitive topics.

In documents submitted to the US Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit, the DOJ claimed that ByteDance and TikTok employees could use a search tool within Lark, the company’s web-suite system, to amass user data based on content or expressions about contentious issues like gun control, abortion, and religion.

DOJ Seeks Dismissal of TikTok’s Challenge to U.S. Ban Citing National Security
DOJ Seeks Dismissal of TikTok’s Challenge to U.S. Ban Citing National Security

The DOJ also warned that TikTok might manipulate content for US users and that sensitive user data could potentially be stored on servers in China.

TikTok has consistently denied allegations that it poses a national security threat, branding the attempts to ban it as unconstitutional. The company reiterated its stance in a recent statement on X (formerly Twitter), asserting that the Constitution supports its position and disputing the DOJ’s claims.

The legal battle underscores ongoing concerns about data privacy and national security related to Chinese-owned technology companies operating in the US. As TikTok fights to overturn the ban, the case highlights the broader geopolitical tensions and regulatory challenges surrounding digital platforms and user data protection.

Jyotsana Chaudhary
Jyotsana Chaudhary
Jyotsana Chaudhary is a non-conforming soul, driven by a love for research, exploration, and crafting distinctive written works. With an insatiable thirst for knowledge, she dives deep into diverse subjects, challenging norms and seeking enlightenment. Her passion for exploration transcends physical boundaries, leading her to uncover hidden gems in both the world and the mind. Through her unique writing, she weaves intricate narratives that provoke thought and ignite imagination. In nature, art, and introspection, she finds solace and inspiration. Guided by curiosity and a desire for self-expression, she carve a path marked by intellectual curiosity, adventurous spirit, and creative brilliance.
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