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This issue is not new; it has roots tracing back to former President Trump’s attempt to impose a ban at the end of his first term. The topic has continuously evolved, with President Biden weighing options for quite some time, eventually culminating in congressional discussions. Harrell notes that the national security risks tied to foreign control over cybersecurity are genuine, asserting that the proper ownership of TikTok—one that rewards shareholders while ensuring U.S. ownership of critical media assets—would be an appropriate resolution.