Despite objections from Republican senators like Tom Cotton over national security concerns, President Trump has announced his intentions to 'save' the popular app TikTok. This move highlights the Trump administration’s inconsistencies and the ongoing battle for digital freedom, asserting there’s no legal ground for postponing the law’s implementation.
Trump Defies GOP Hardliners, Aims to 'Rescue' TikTok and Preserve Digital Free Speech
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"Now that the law has taken effect, there's no legal basis for any kind of 'extension' of its effective date," said Sens. Tom Cotton and
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Amid valid national security worries expressed by Republicans such as Senator Tom Cotton, President Trump has boldly decided to intervene and 'save' TikTok, ensuring that the app can only continue to operate if sold to an American company. This underlines Trump's commitment to protecting American internet users from foreign espionage, while critics argue against the feasibility of legal delays.
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