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Washington: The Supreme Court ruled Friday to allow the TikTok ban, rejecting the app owner’s First Amendment appeal.
No Dissents in Decision
The court released an unsigned opinion on the matter, and there were no noted dissents from the justices.
Government Cites National Security Concerns
The Biden administration claimed TikTok poses a serious national security threat due to its connections with China.
Ban Could Start Sunday
The ruling permits the ban to take effect on Sunday, but immediate changes for TikTok users remain uncertain.
170 Million American Users Affected
The app, with over 170 million U.S. users, faces uncertainty as the ban’s details are implemented.
