Tech billionaire and X owner Elon Musk reiterated his belief that the TikTok ban could give the U.S. government the power to ban any app they want to.
What Happened: Musk expressed his concerns about the potential ban of TikTok in the U.S. and its implications for national security.
He agreed that such a ban would set a dangerous precedent, allowing the government to ban any app under the guise of “national security.”
Musk was reacting to a post by a user, DogeDesigner on X, who said, "Banning TikTok sets a precedent that the government can ban any app they want under the guise of “national security.”
For context, the U.S. Senate has passed a bill that could result in TikTok being banned in the country, if its owner, ByteDance Ltd., does not sell its stake in TikTok.
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Why It Matters: Musk’s post reflects his consistent opposition to the proposed TikTok ban in the U.S. This is not the first time Musk has voiced his concerns about the potential ban of the popular social media app.
Last week, Musk publicly stated his opposition to a proposed TikTok ban in the U.S. He argued that banning TikTok would contradict the principles of free speech and expression, values that he believes the U.S. “stands for."
Earlier in March, Musk had also voiced his concerns over the proposed TikTok ban in the United States, hinting at the potential for increased internet censorship.
Former Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard has also raised concerns about the TikTok ban, saying it could have far-reaching implications for freedom of speech and the operations of social media platforms.
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