SC New York News

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a recent legislative move, Congressman Nick Langworthy has taken a strong stance against the ties between TikTok and the Chinese Communist Party. Congressman Langworthy voted in favor of H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which aims to sever the connections between certain social media applications and entities controlled by foreign adversaries.

During his floor speech, Congressman Langworthy expressed concerns about the national security risks posed by TikTok's affiliation with ByteDance, a company owned by the Chinese Communist Party. He highlighted the extensive reach of TikTok among American users and the potential exploitation of personal data for malicious purposes.

Congressman Langworthy emphasized the urgent need for action to address these risks, stating, "It’s time to wake up to the real national security threat at hand." He urged his colleagues to support H.R. 7521 as a measure to compel TikTok to sever its ties with the Chinese Communist Party.

The bill not only targets ByteDance-controlled applications like TikTok but also establishes a process for designating social media applications that pose national security risks due to foreign adversary control. Applications falling under this designation would be required to disentangle themselves from entities controlled by foreign adversaries to continue operating in the United States.

Congressman Langworthy's call for action underscores the growing concerns surrounding the influence of foreign entities on popular social media platforms and the implications for national security. His support for H.R. 7521 reflects a commitment to safeguarding American interests in the digital landscape.