TikTok CEO testifies on Capitol Hill to address safety concerns
All eyes were on TikTok on Thursday as the CEO of the social media platform testified on Capitol Hill, addressing concerns over safety and privacy. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
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All eyes were on TikTok on Thursday as the CEO of the social media platform testified on Capitol Hill, addressing concerns over safety and privacy. CBS2's Doug Williams reports.
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