The social media platform TikTok was set to be banned in the U.S. on Jan. 19. The ban was initially considered during President Donald Trump’s first term in office due to concerns about national security. Despite multiple actions to terminate the ban, the Supreme Court upheld the decision. Although the ban occurred, the app was restored 14 hours later once President Trump was elected back into office. An executive order was passed on Jan. 20, delaying the ban for 75 days, giving the company more time to negotiate. 

TikTok should remain available to U.S. residents because it allows users to grow, gain success, and support the economy.

The app is known for its ability to help creators achieve their interests within the target audience through its incredible algorithm. TikTok is mainly known for its wide age range of users who participate in the app, helping creators achieve success faster. For example, President Trump successfully connected with young voters through his participation in the app for his presidential campaign. The influence of his success due to this platform caused him to change his decision to terminate the ban. 

In addition, TikTok has severely impacted the economy throughout the years. This social media app contributed $24.3 billion to the country’s GDP, opening 224,000 jobs through small businesses. Keeping the app available to the residents would continue to increase its impact on the economy by opening more job opportunities for people and boosting businesses’ success. 

Furthermore, the diversity of content available attracts users to invest more time in the app, allowing news to reach the population faster. As people become more interactive with the app, social and political news travel faster among crowds, making them more aware of situations. 

It can be argued that the app doesn’t necessarily have the safest environment for data. However, there haven’t been any records of TikTok threatening a person’s security or identity. Losing the app could potentially wipe out $1.3 billion in revenue in a month. TikTok still has time to potentially hand over half, if not all, of its ownership to an American company for it to be open in the U.S.

TikTok is a widespread cultural and economic platform that gives people opportunities to contribute to their success. It plays a key role in people’s everyday lives, whether it’s for their entertainment or careers. U.S. residents need the availability of this app to maintain a stable social and political economy.

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