Staff Reports
Kids these days just can’t seem to put down their phones, can they? Well, now they’re not just scrolling mindlessly through TikTok, they’re actually picking up the phone and dialing Congress! Yes, you heard that right – congressional offices are being bombarded with calls from children and teenagers who are freaking out over some legislation that could potentially spell trouble for their beloved TikTok addiction.
The House Energy and Commerce Committee is considering two bills, one to protect Americans’ data from foreign adversaries and another to crack down on apps controlled by said adversaries. Sounds like common sense, right? But no, these TikTok enthusiasts are up in arms, with some even threatening suicide over the mere thought of losing access to their favorite app. Talk about drama!
Literal children bombard lawmakers with phone calls after plea from TikTok https://t.co/mBq0B3ilBM
— Bo Snerdley (@BoSnerdley) March 8, 2024
And who’s to blame for all this chaos? Well, none other than TikTok itself, of course! This Chinese-owned app has been accused of all sorts of shady dealings, from sending user data back to China to promoting dangerous challenges that have led to tragic accidents. It’s no wonder some lawmakers are raising concerns and trying to take action to protect American interests.
But leave it to the Democrats to cozy up to Big Tech and defend a company like TikTok. One congressman even had the nerve to suggest that the app is being truthful and not meddling in Congress. Seriously? It’s clear that some politicians are more concerned with appeasing their Silicon Valley buddies than safeguarding our national security.
In the end, it’s a classic case of teenagers throwing a tantrum when they don’t get their way. Maybe they should spend less time on social media and more time learning about how our government works. It’s called civics, kids! And who knows, maybe if they put down the phone for a minute, they might actually learn something valuable. Ah, the joys of youth and ignorance!
