The federal appeals court has upheld a law that may require TikTok to divest from its Chinese ownership, primarily focusing on concerns regarding user data privacy and potential foreign influence through content manipulation. The court's ruling states that the government can satisfy strict scrutiny standards, indicating the law's potential to uphold national interests. This decision raises various legal challenges and calls into question why TikTok appears more targeted compared to other platforms like Meta or Twitter, especially concerning privacy and content moderation practices. Observations also highlight the growing concern over disinformation campaigns and foreign influence in Western democracies, drawing parallels to issues seen in recent elections.