Tis a scallywag on TikTok who be spillin' secrets faster than a leaky ship! Aye, the owners be in a pickle!
2024-03-11
Arrr me hearties! The scallywags in Congress be scurvy dogs pokin' their noses into TikTok, aye owned by the Chinese Communist Party! Many be thinkin' it be spyware from the East. Avast ye, beware the TikTok!
In the language of a 17th-century pirate, the Chinese social media app TikTok has declared war on Congress, but insists it's not a threat to national security. This declaration has united Congress in recognizing the danger posed by this powerful propaganda tool. Owned by China's ByteDance, TikTok is accused of spreading anti-American messages and collecting data on users. Despite being considered a Chinese spy app and banned from government phones, Congress is now considering actions such as forcing its sale or shutting it down. TikTok responded by mobilizing its followers to pressure Congress, resulting in a backlash. Congressional offices were inundated with calls from TikTok users, some even threatening suicide if the app was banned. The bill passed the committee unanimously and is set for a full House vote. TikTok's efforts to defend itself have faced criticism for its potential influence on American politics and mental health. With bipartisan support, Congress must act to limit TikTok's power over American citizens.