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January 27, 2026
Newsom launches probe into TikTok, alleging suppression of content critical of Trump
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has launched an investigation into TikTok's content, accusing the social media platform of suppressing content that is critical of President Trump. The probe comes just days after a deal was finalized to reduce its Chinese ownership and keep it running in the U.S. Kelly O'Grady explains.
TL;DR
- California Gov. Gavin Newsom is investigating TikTok.
- The platform is accused of suppressing content critical of President Trump.
- The investigation launched days after a deal to reduce TikTok's Chinese ownership was finalized.
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