Biden on TikTok: ‘Lol’ or national security worry?

A reporter shows Biden’s X account on their phone at the White House on Feb 12, 2024 in Washington, DC. The message posted during the Super Bowl on Sunday was part of an effort by the 81-year-old's reelection campaign to reach out to younger voters across social media, including quirky jokes based on a laser-eyed Biden alter-ego. — AFP

WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden’s debut on TikTok has caused a stir – not least because the Chinese-owned social media platform is still officially considered a security risk by Washington.

The video posted during the Super Bowl on Sunday was part of an effort by the 81-year-old’s reelection campaign to reach younger voters, and included a reference to the quirky meme of a laser-eyed Biden alter-ego.