On January 19, a new law banned TikTok from operating in the U.S. unless it is divested by ByteDance, its China-based owner. The next day, President Trump signed an executive order pausing the ban – despite a recent ruling by the US Supreme Court that allowed it to go forward.
Do national security interests outweigh first amendment concerns raised by TikTok? The debate shows no signs of stopping soon.
Where do you stand on this free speech issue? Come share your views and listen to others' opinions!
Pizza will be served.
This is the third event in a pilot Civil Discourse Project moderated by Braver Angels Central Texas in partnership with the University of Texas College of Liberal Arts, The School of Civic Leadership at the University of Texas, Atidna, Bridge Texas, and other invitees.