TikTok Devotees Say Platform Unfairly Targeted For US Ban

TikTok creators opposed to a bill that could result in the platform shutting down in the United States say accusations it is controlled by the Chinese government lack proof (Credit: AFP)

TikTok creators voiced outrage Wednesday over proposed legislation that could scuttle the platform in the United States, saying it defies common sense and financial wisdom.

The House of Representatives approved a bill that would force TikTok to divest from its Chinese owner or be banned over its alleged links to the Communist Party in Beijing.