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US Attorney General: No Penalties for Tech Giants on TikTok

7/4/2025

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US Attorney General Pam Bondi reassured tech giants like Apple and Google that they won't face repercussions for backing TikTok, even amid a federal ban tied to national security fears over its Chinese ownership. However, President Trump's postponement of the ban has sparked legal debates, leaving companies in a precarious position as experts scrutinize its legitimacy.

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US Attorney General Pam Bondi reassured tech giants like Apple and Google that they won't face repercussions for backing TikTok, even amid a federal ban tied to national security fears over its Chinese ownership. However, President Trump's postponement of the ban has sparked legal debates, leaving companies in a precarious position as experts scrutinize its legitimacy.