Supreme Court to Hear Arguments Over Law That Could Ban TikTok in the US
The justices will hear arguments on January 10 about whether the law impermissibly restricts speech in violation of the First Amendment.
TikTok Asks the Supreme Court for an Emergency Order to Block a US Ban Unless It’s Sold
Lawyers for the company and China-based ByteDance urged the justices to step in before the law’s Jan. 19 deadline.
California To Consider Requiring Mental Health Warnings on Social Media Sites
The legislation is necessary to bolster safety for children online, supporters say, but industry officials vow to fight the measure and others like it under the First Amendment.
Federal Appeals Court Upholds Law Requiring Sale or Ban of TikTok in the US
TikTok and ByteDance — another plaintiff in the lawsuit — are expected to appeal to the Supreme Court, though its unclear whether the court will take up the case.
Alex Jones Fighting Attempt To Sell His Social Media Account Rights in Infowars Auction
Jones’ lawyers argue the personal media accounts that use his real name are not owned by Infowars but are controlled by him and should be considered part of his “persona.”
Justice Department to Monitor Voting in Ohio County After Sheriff’s Comment About Harris
The sheriff's supporters argued he was making a political point about unrestrained immigration and that he was exercising his right to free speech.
States Sue TikTok, Claiming Its Platform Is Addictive and Harms the Mental Health of Children
At the heart of each lawsuit is the TikTok algorithm, which powers what users see on the platform by populating the app’s main “For You” feed with content tailored to people’s interests.
Ken Paxton Sues TikTok for Violating New Texas Social Media Law
The law prohibits social media companies from sharing or selling a minor’s personal information unless a parent or guardian approves.