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U.S lawmakers have put national security matters over the use of [b]TikTok [/b]and other Chinese social media apps.
The US government is ‘looking at’ banning TikTok and other Chinese social media apps over national security concerns.
Mike Pompeo, the Secretary of state advised the move during an interview with Fox News’ Laura Ingraham on Monday, July 6.

When asked by Ingraham whether the United States should be considering a ban on Chinese social media apps, “especially TikTok.”

He said: “With respect to Chinese apps on people’s cell phones, I can assure you the United States will get this one right too, Laura. I don’t want to get out in front of the President [Donald Trump], but it’s something we’re looking at.”
Washington’s top diplomat added that people should only download the app “if you want your private information in the hands of the Chinese Communist Party.”

His comment comes after US lawmakers raised national security concerns over TikTok’s handling of user data, accusing the short-form video app of being a threat to national security because of its ties to China. They also allege that the company could be compelled to “support and cooperate with intelligence work controlled by the Chinese Communist Party.”

Responding to Pompeo’s comments, a TikTok spokesperson said in a statement....

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I'm even surprised that they haven't banned tiktok immediately.

A new company should spring up now and take it's place, this is the right time because the ban must happen. Kudos to India for taking the lead. I hate that app with passion.

GuestLog:
I'm even surprised that they haven't banned tiktok immediately.

A new company should spring up now and take it's place, this is the right time because the ban must happen. Kudos to India for taking the lead. I hate that app with passion.

Why do you hate the app

chiiraq802:
Why do you hate the app

No, they must not ban TikTok. look at how people have become social celebrities by using TikTok. and you know how hard to become part of the entertainment industry like Hollywood. But these people have become most famous TikTok stars on their own talent

GuestLog:
I'm even surprised that they haven't banned tiktok immediately.

A new company should spring up now and take it's place, this is the right time because the ban must happen. Kudos to India for taking the lead. I hate that app with passion.

You bad ooooooo! I don't even like am at all...

This likee app still better TikTok. I've never even used anyone before

Better!!!