Missouri attorney general investigates TikTok's effect on children
Catherine Hanaway, the state's top law officer, said her office is probing whether the short-video app endangers young users.
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What happened
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway said Wednesday that her office is examining whether TikTok is putting children at risk. Earlier, the state had pressed the company to explain how its content reaches young users.
Why it matters
The probe concerns possible risks to children from the platform's operations.
Timeline
- Oct 14, 12:35 PM ET: The Missouri attorney general demanded that TikTok explain how content reaches young users.
- Oct 14, 5:30 PM ET: Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced an investigation into whether TikTok is putting children at risk.
Coverage
- Missouri attorney general opens investigation into TikTok's impact on children (none)
- Missouri AG launches investigation into TikTok (aol.com)
- Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway announces investigation into TikTok’s impact on children (kctv5.com)
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