TikTok faces ‘uphill struggle’ in court challenge to Donald Trump’s ban


The popular Chinese-owned video sharing platform has confirmed it will sue over the executive order to wind down its US operations. Company could challenge order on grounds of due process or first amendment, but some observers are sceptical about its chances of success. — SCMP

TikTok’s decision to challenge Donald Trump’s order banning the popular video-sharing app is set to trigger a legal battle that many analysts see as a long shot.

The US President signed an executive order on August 6 banning TikTok within 45 days unless it is sold to US owners, citing national security concerns.

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