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“The government should not violate the First Amendment rights of TikTok creators and users because of unsubstantiated, abstract fears around national security,” said Free Press’ Yanni Chen.

“Banning TikTok in this way sets a dangerous precedent that could pave the way for future state interventions against free speech online,” said Free Press’ Yanni Chen.

Advocacy groups argued that the ban violates platform users’ First Amendment rights.

To the chagrin of First Amendment defenders and content creators, the Supreme Court appears poised to uphold a law banning TikTok.

The groups argue that the ban unjustifiably restricts Americans from accessing ideas, information, and media from abroad in violation of the First Amendment.

Free Press’ Yanni Chen tells CounterSpin why banning TikTok violates First Amendment freedoms.