US Will Ban New TikTok Downloads On Sunday

TikTok has become a sensation over the past year during the pandemic and has grabbed the attention of many public figures.

The app has been around for a couple years, but people across the globe took the app by storm by debuting many creative 1 minute videos there. There is no denying the power TikTok has especially when it comes to the music industry. While many creators have used the app to display their crafts, other creators have used the platform to spread their activism.

The incredible amount of TikToks that have been shared has grabbed the attention of the Trump Administration greatly, causing the conversation to ban the popular app in America.

The Commerce Department plans to restrict access to TikTok and on Sunday as the Trump administration’s executive orders against the the app are set to take effect.

The Department said Friday that as of Sunday, any moves to distribute or maintain TikTok on an app store will be prohibited. Apple and Google didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment.

While users who have already downloaded the apps may be able to continue using the software, the restrictions mean updated versions of the app cannot be downloaded.

“The only real change as of Sunday night will be [TikTok users] won’t have access to improved apps, updated apps, upgraded apps or maintenance,” Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross said Friday morning on Fox Business.

As of November 12th, it will be illegal to host or transfer internet traffic associated with Tik Tok.

Further restrictions could still be announced later, including against other apps if they are seen to be used as workarounds.

(CNN)

Wondering how Twitter is taking the news? Well many TikTok users are going off and being extra savage on Twitter today!

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