ALBAWABA - As the US faces a TikTok ban across the country due to security concerns from the government, it seems like the notorious ban on the popular video-sharing platform has extended to neighboring countries including Canada, sparking 51st state jokes and debate about the issue at hand.
TikTok users from Canada quickly took to several social media platforms including Musk's X (formerly known as Twitter) and complained about the matter swarming the platform with screenshots showcasing that the application isn't available right now.
Canada faces TikTok ban amid US ban, sparking 51st state jokes
Some Canadian users were met with "Sorry TikTok isn't available right now," following a message for US TikTok users explaining that there's an ongoing ban and that ByteDance (TikTok's parent company) will work with presidential-elect Donald Trump to find a solution amid taking house on Jan. 20, 2024.
The statement said, "We are fortunate that President Trump has indicated that he will work with us on a solution to reinstate TikTok once he takes office. Please stay tuned!"
As Canadian social media users noticed the ban, many took to X and expressed their opinion about the issue at hand, with several pointing out Trump's recent interest in taking over Canada as the 51st state of the US and Greenland. Here's what they had to say:
Many US-based businesses expressed concern over the ban, as they run businesses and depend on the platform for revenue and profit.
"BRUH WHY ISNT TIKTOK WORKING FOR ME IM IN CANADA????"
"Damn I guess Canada really is the 51st state."
