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TikTok Plans ‘Immediate’ Shutdown of App in U.S. on Jan. 19 If Supreme Court Doesn’t Block Ban: Reports (variety.com)
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[–] [email protected] 15 points 12 hours ago (2 children)

Zuckerberg is behind it, just like he was when they banned it on India. Politicians get what they want by eliminating a company that doesn't support them, Meta gets more usershare in the U.S. they can control the narrative and keep their guys in place so they don't get regulated and they get more tax breaks.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 8 hours ago* (last edited 7 hours ago)

In other words, the US government exists solely to serve its wealthiest constituents.

[–] MisterMoo 6 points 8 hours ago

Meanwhile China says no American internet sites in their country and I guess that’s ok for some reason.