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TIKTOK • Sues U.S. Government’s Sell-or-Ban Bill

TikTok is taking legal action against the U.S. government, challenging a recent law that could ban the app unless its Chinese owners, ByteDance, sell it.

“Free speech” at issue

The lawsuit was filed this morning and argues that the law infringes on the First Amendment rights of its users.

TikTok says the legislation, which requires a sell-off in nine months, is unconstitutional.

It says not only is selling the app "not possible," given Beijing's stance against selling critical operational tech, but that the law also targets a platform that many American businesses rely on.

Supreme Court precedent coming?

Legal experts say this case could reach the U.S. Supreme Court. The outcome could set a precedent regarding the government's ability to regulate international tech companies on national security grounds.

The American Civil Liberties Union and other advocacy groups have also expressed opposition to the law, so all signs point to a pretty fierce legal battle ahead.

The background

TikTok's lawsuit comes amid debate over security risks posed by the app, and its immense influence on pop culture.

The company says it’s taking action to address concerns: it's separating U.S. user data and claims to be strengthening content control.