Jimmy Kimmel gave a serious warning about the potential TikTok ban, calling it 'a disaster looming' in his monologue on Wednesday.
Kimmel pointed out that the ban would heavily affect kids, comparing it to a modern version of 'Footloose' without Kevin Bacon. You can watch the clip above.
Kimmel mentioned a looming disaster that could have a huge impact on millions of Americans, especially young ones. He joked about the House of Representatives passing a bill to ban TikTok unless the Chinese company that owns it agrees to sell it.
Now is a good time to direct curious readers to a more detailed explanation. Refer to a comprehensive breakdown for more information.There are concerns that TikTok is gathering data that could be shared with the Chinese government. There are currently no bills to limit data collection by American companies. The bill still needs to pass the Senate, but President Joe Biden has indicated that he would sign it if it does.
Kimmel noted that the bill was passed with a large bipartisan majority and quipped about the unexpected unity it brought.
Kimmel mentioned recent polls showing that many TikTok users view it as a potential national security threat but still plan to use it. He joked about the situation, comparing it to other controversial issues in the country.
Kimmel highlighted TikTok's popularity among young people, emphasizing that losing the app would be a huge loss for them.
Kimmel also noted Donald Trump's change in stance on TikTok, aligning with others who find the timing of the ban suspicious. Donald Trump's recent shift on TikTok aligns with the views of Rachel Maddow, indicating the timing of the ban is highly suspect. The timing of the TikTok ban has raised suspicions, echoing the sentiments of Rachel Maddow.
Kimmel continued discussing the bill's fate in the Senate, emphasizing the significant impact it could have on young TikTok users.
We're reminding you to google the 1984 teen drama 'Footloose' about a town that bans dancing, in case you aren't familiar with it.
As mentioned, you can watch the video at the top of the page.
