TikTok’s U.S. Ownership Shift Exposes the Risks of Foreign-Controlled Social Media

In the days following TikTok's new U.S.-based ownership arrangement, users have reported a cascade of problems that go beyond mere technical hiccups. From mysterious glitches to alarming censorship claims targeting videos critical of American political figures and institutions, this situation highlights the ongoing risks when a social media giant with ties to overseas powers remains deeply embedded in American digital life. Is America Sacrificing Sovereignty for Social Media Convenience? On Monday, TikTok acknowledged a “major infrastructure issue” caused by a power outage at one of its U.S. data center partners, resulting in bizarre bugs such as creators seeing zero views...