"Trump's Reversal on TikTok Ban Sparks Controversy Amid National Security Concerns"

Former President Trump expressed concerns about TikTok being a national security threat but acknowledged its popularity among young people, warning that banning it would only benefit Facebook. He criticized Facebook's influence and its dealings with China, emphasizing the need for privacy and data protections on social media platforms. Trump denied changing his position on TikTok after meeting with a billionaire TikTok investor and emphasized that the app was not discussed during their brief meeting. A bipartisan bill advancing in the House could require TikTok's parent company to divest its applications within 180 days or face a ban in the United States.