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TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban

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Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.

TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban

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TikTok faces a U.S. shutdown by Jan. 19 unless the Supreme Court delays or blocks a law requiring its Chinese parent, ByteDance, to divest.

The Biden administration defends the law as a national security measure, citing potential risks of Chinese government influence. Content creators argue it violates free speech.

Donald Trump, once a supporter of the ban, seeks a delay to reach a "political resolution."

A shutdown could cost TikTok millions of users and revenue. The court’s decision, due soon, could reshape U.S. digital speech policy.

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