Support for TikTok Ban Declines: A Shift in Public Sentiment
TikTok Ban Support Declines As Polls Show Shifting Sentiments
The number of Americans supporting a TikTok ban has fallen dramatically over the past two years. According to a new poll from the Pew Research Center, only 34 percent of Americans advocate for a TikTok ban, down from 50 percent in March 2023.
Interestingly, the concern over TikTok as a national security threat has also declined, with the belief percentage dropping from 59 percent in 2023 to 49 percent in February. Notably, Republicans are still more likely than Democrats to support a ban, but their backing has decreased significantly, from 60 percent to 39 percent.
- Data security risks remain a primary concern for those favoring a ban, with over 90% citing this as their reason.
- TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, continues to be central to discussions regarding legislation in Congress.
As the April 5 deadline approaches for reaching a deal to keep TikTok operational in the U.S., Trump hinted at the possibility of delays. Meanwhile, Senate Democrats are advocating for the government to collaborate with Congress if additional time is needed to finalize any agreements.
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