TikTok has contested the US government's claim that the app's ownership poses a national security threat, asserting that the 'sell-or-ban' law is linked to its refusal to censor certain viewpoints.
The company challenges the notion that Congress can shut down a platform based on its content moderation choices, emphasizing its role for 170 million American users.
In response, the US Department of Justice clarifies that the law does not interfere with First Amendment rights and addresses data collection concerns posed by foreign entities.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear this case on January 10, following a previous ruling that upheld the law aimed at foreign adversaries.
Former President Trump also submitted an amicus brief, advocating for a delay in the ban, highlighting TikTok's influence on young voters.
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