Why yet another US state is suing TikTok
This legal action makes Minnesota approximately the 24th US state to pursue claims against TikTok, following a nationwide investigation into the app's effects on young users.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison stated the suit targets TikTok's "deception, manipulation, and misrepresentation," seeking a declaration of deceptive practices and financial penalties, but not aiming to shut the platform down.
A local teacher supported the claims, observing a correlation between increased TikTok use and a rise in student mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.
TikTok has disputed Minnesota's allegations, asserting it has implemented robust safety measures and features, including parental controls, to support the well-being of its young community.
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