In his first term, President Donald Trump tried to force TikTok’s parent company to sell its popular app or cease operating in the U.S., citing the need to “take aggressive action … to protect our national security.” But in his return to th
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PolitiFact→ Killing chickens, banning TikTok: Six times Trump criticized Democrats for things he also supported
President Donald Trump has criticized Democrats for Federal Aviation Administration diversity goals, a TikTok ban and FEMA policies. But in every case, his first administration had similar policies in place.
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – No proof JD Vance provided ‘furnished apartments’ for North Carolina Hurricane Helene victims
“JD Vance is in North Carolina, and he’s found furnished apartments to put the people in that have been living in tents.”
The Dispatch→ Congressional Republicans Giving Trump Time to Make a TikTok Deal
Most think he’s following the ‘spirit of the law’ intended to sever Chinese ownership.
PolitiFact→ Donald Trump issues order to pause TikTok ban for 75 days
Trump’s order says the attorney general “shall not take any action to enforce the Act” passed by Congress. The legislation passed by Congress said TikTok’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, had to sell the app or face a ban in the U.S.
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – No, Donald Trump didn’t post on X that he is ‘purchasing TikTok’
President-elect Donald Trump posted on X that he is “purchasing TikTok.”
The Dispatch→ The TikTok Rout
An unserious country.
The Dispatch→ TikTok Decision Emergency Pod
The Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban.
PolitiFact→ Donald Trump – Tracking Donald Trump's complete position change on banning TikTok in the US
On banning TikTok
The Dispatch→ Yes, TikTok Could Shutter Its U.S. Operations on January 19
The site’s Chinese parent company has said it will do so unless the Supreme Court strikes down a law requiring divestment.
The Dispatch→ SCOTUS Weighs TikTok’s Fate
The popular streaming app’s U.S. foothold may be nearing an end.
The Dispatch→ What’s Next for TikTok?
Does the TikTok ban violate the First Amendment?
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – No evidence N.C. law enforcement stole generators donated for Helene victims
Mitchell County, North Carolina, sheriff’s deputies “stole” generators intended for Hurricane Helene victims.
The Dispatch→ If TikTok Is Banned, What Happens Next?
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on the constitutionality of a law to ban the app or force its sale.
Full Fact→ No evidence UK government plans to ban TikTok
A post claiming Britain is ‘to ban TikTok’ following concerns about ‘young millionaires’ has been shared on Instagram.
The Dispatch→ Tick Tock, TikTok,
Plus: Who leaked the Federalist Society pick?
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – No, Luigi Mangione didn’t post YouTube videos with a countdown to 'the truth'
Video shows CEO homicide suspect Luigi Mangione posted YouTube videos teasing his plans
The Dispatch→ TikTok Moves to Block Enforcement of Divestment Law
The emergency request comes after a federal court ruled the law was constitutional.
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: Law Banning TikTok in U.S. After January 19, 2025 DOES Have Option For Deadline Extension — Lawsuits Ongoing, New Admin Incoming
Is there no way to avoid that January 19, 2025, is TikTok's last day of operation in the United States, as implied in a "BREAKING" post on Threads? No, that's not true: On the day the post appeared, there was no breaking news about enforc
The Dispatch→ Will TikTok Be Banned on January 19, 2025?
Viral social media posts are missing context.
PolitiFact→ Libs of TikTok – X posts miscast Colorado official's role in lawsuit to get Trump off the ballot, voter machine issue
“The lady who leaked passwords for voting systems in Colorado is the same person who tried to remove Trump from the ballot.”
Lead Stories→ Fact Check: TikToker Kyle Marisa Roth Did NOT Die Because She Posted Details About Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Parties — She Died Of Natural Causes
Was the death of TikTok content creator Kyle Marisa Roth connected to her social media content that "covered Diddy parties in detail"? No, that's not true: The Maryland chief medical examiner told Lead Stories that Roth died of "natural"
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – Hurricane Milton devastated Florida, but these videos don’t show that
Video clips show Hurricane Milton hitting Florida “with wind speed 185 mph as Category 5”
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – No, FEMA didn’t close roads and bridges to create traffic jams during Hurricane Milton evacuations
“FEMA is closing roads and bridges and causing gridlock traffic during evacuations from Hurricane Milton.”
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – Kamala Harris’ campaign isn’t paying people $700 a week to attend its events
In South Philadelphia, people are “getting paid $700 a week to go to wherever Kamala’s campaign tells them to go to.”
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – No, this edited video doesn’t depict a conversation between Donald Trump and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Video claims to show Donald Trump in an interview with Diddy
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – Merrick Garland didn’t ‘veto’ attempted assassination charges against Ryan Routh
“Attorney General Merrick Garland just vetoed charging Ryan Routh with attempted assassination” of Donald Trump.
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – Video showing Boston Red Sox fans’ ovation for Jarren Duran after suspension was altered
Video shows Boston Red Sox player Jarren Duran getting a “MASSIVE” ovation after his two-game suspension for homophobic slur.
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – Mike Pence didn’t endorse Kamala Harris for president, says he isn’t endorsing Donald Trump either
"Mike Pence endorsed Kamala Harris.”
The Dispatch→ The Feds Clamp Down on TikTok’s Handling of Kids’ Data
The Federal Trade Commission indicates a Department of Justice case is coming against the social media company.
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – A front-row seat for Dolphins quarterback at Trump’s Miami rally? No, the seat was for Barron.
"Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa” had a “front-row seat” reserved at Donald Trump’s Miami rally.
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – No, CNN’s David Chalian didn’t call Michelle Obama “Big Mike” on air
CNN's David Chalian referred to Michelle Obama as "Big Mike" on air during presidential debate coverage.
PolitiFact→ To ban or not to ban: Donald Trump’s and Joe Biden’s mixed messages on TikTok
Former President Donald Trump has fully reversed his position on banning TikTok. President Joe Biden, meanwhile, signed legislation that would force a sale to a U.S. company. Both candidates have active TikTok accounts.
PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – Joe Biden-Robert Hur interview audio wasn’t leaked; it’s a deepfake, DOJ and experts say
Audio of President Joe Biden’s interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur leaked.
Full Fact→ TikTok has not been banned across France
It’s been banned in the overseas territory of New Caledonia, amid recent riots, but not on personal devices elsewhere.
The Dispatch→ TikTok Sues U.S. Government Over Divestment Law
The court will weigh First Amendment rights against national security concerns.
The Dispatch→ How a Bipartisan Group Overcame the Odds to Pass the TikTok Divestment Bill
The yearslong process bested several hurdles, including a Donald Trump about-face on the issue.
The Dispatch→ Video: TikTok Legislation and the RNC Shakeup
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The Dispatch→ Dispatch Live: TikTok Legislation and the RNC Shakeup
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PolitiFact→ TikTok posts – Israel did not ‘accidentally vote for Palestine’ at a United Nations meeting
Israel “accidentally voted (for) Palestine” at a United Nations Security Council meeting.