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Montana governor proposes broadening bill to ban TikTok and other social media apps that share data with foreign adversaries

  • Montana Governor Greg Gianforte seeks to expand a bill banning TikTok to include other social media apps that provide certain data to foreign adversaries.
  • The proposed bill would ban TikTok, Apple, and Google from operating in Montana and fine them for violating the ban.
  • The governor wants to remove provisions holding app stores liable for offering banned apps for download.
  • Critics argue the bill violates First Amendment rights and will likely face legal challenges.
  • It's unclear how Montana plans to enforce the ban on TikTok and other apps deemed in violation of the bill.
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