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News in English (USA) / 27.01.2026 / 12:00

TikTok Faces Censorship Allegations Amid Political Controversies

TikTok is under scrutiny as users and celebrities, including actress Meg Stalter, accuse the platform of censoring content critical of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and former President Trump. Following a shooting incident in Minneapolis, claims emerged that TikTok stifled posts related to the event and broader anti-ICE sentiments. California Governor Gavin Newsom has initiated a review into allegations of the platform suppressing anti-Trump content, further amplifying concerns over its content moderation practices. TikTok has denied these accusations, attributing disruptions to technical issues, but users remain skeptical and some demand the deletion of the app in response to perceived censorship.
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