Resolution Yes Criteria:

1. Government Announcement:

   • An official announcement from the United States government, such as the White House, Congress, or a relevant federal agency (e.g., Department of Commerce), explicitly states that TikTok is banned in the United States.

2. Legislative Action:

   • The passing of a federal law or regulation that explicitly bans TikTok from operating within the United States.

3. Platform Accessibility:

   • TikTok is no longer accessible within the United States through official app stores (Apple App Store, Google Play Store) and internet service providers, as verified by major news outlets or official statements.

Resolution No Criteria:

1. Continued Operation:

   • TikTok continues to operate and is accessible within the United States without any official bans or prohibitions from the government.

2. No Official Ban:

   • There are no official announcements, laws, or regulations passed by the United States government explicitly banning TikTok from operating within the country.

3. Government Statements:

   • Official statements from relevant government agencies or representatives confirm that TikTok is not banned in the United States.

Sources for Verification:

1. Official Government Websites and Announcements:

   • Websites and official announcements from the White House, Congress, Department of Commerce, and other relevant federal agencies.

2. Legislative Records:

   • Records of federal laws and regulations, available through the official websites of the United States Congress and other government legislative tracking services.

3. Reputable News Outlets:

   • Reports from well-established and credible news organizations covering the status and accessibility of TikTok within the United States.

4. Tech and App Store Verification:

   • Availability status on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, and reports from major tech news outlets.