"TikTok Ban Threatens Economic Impact and Social Media Landscape"

TikTok creators in the U.S. are outraged over a potential ban of the app, warning of the economic impact on countless people and businesses that rely on it for income. They argue that TikTok has become an essential platform for dialogue and community, particularly for marginalized groups. Content creators describe it as a digital equalizer, providing opportunities and exposure for people of color and other marginalized communities. The bipartisan bill, which still needs to go through the Senate, aims to ban the app if its China-based owner doesn't sell its stake, citing concerns about user data security and potential suppression of content unfavorable to the Chinese government.