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Zaire Williams, Zavier Fitch combine for 45 points to help Wagner beat Penn State-Scranton 120-30History will be kinder to Joe Biden than the pollstersStar Australian golfer Cameron Smith introduced himself simply as “Cameron” as he shook hands with his playing partners Nick Voke and Ben Schmidt and their caddies on the first tee at Kingston Heath last Sunday morning at 7.22am. He was about to play the final round of the Australian Open, the last leg of a busy Australian tour in which he had played four tournaments in five weeks for three podium finishes – but no victory. Cam Smith finished runner-up in the Australian PGA and kept drawing big galleries despite being well off the pace in the Australian Open Credit: Getty Images He had played in Brisbane, Swan Hill and then Melbourne during a visit that brought the Australian summer of golf to life, giving it the necessary star factor to make the tour visible. A small crowd took photos of him as soon as he emerged from the Kingston Heath clubhouse in his LIV Golf team’s Ripper GC cap, customary final day maroon shirt and white pants. They watched him chat to his loyal caddy Sam Pinfold and hand the starstruck son of a security guard a golf glove from his bag as a memento. By the time Smith finished his round about four and a half hours later, the gallery watching his every move had swelled to at least a 1000 as he drew a huge roar when finishing the tournament with a birdie. All this was before the main contenders, Smith’s LIV teammate Lucas Herbert and unknown American Ryggs Johnston, had even teed off. With the mullet, a dynamite short game and a laid-back, polite Australian vibe that appeals to all generations, the 31-year-old attracted 20 times more spectators to his round than any other competitor every time he took to the fairways. “He’s a massive drawcard. He still had the biggest crowds out there,” former golf professional Ewan Porter said. Throw in a willingness to disrupt the old (and often older) order, which he showed when he joined LIV Golf just months after landing the 2022 British Open (to, it must be said, significant backlash) and you can see why recognition of his name has crossed over to non-golf fans. That box-office appeal has given him the potential to be the most influential voice in shaping the future of Australian golf. When Smith finally flew out of Melbourne that night, headed for Saudi Arabia after failing to land that elusive national title at his 10th consecutive attempt in what he described as “a long week”, he left golf administrators pondering a range of questions they are finding hard to answer. Working together (from left) Gavin Kirkman, CEO, PGA of Australia; Karen Lunn, CEO, WPGA Tour Australasia; and James Sutherland, CEO of Golf Australia. Credit: Courtesy WPGA Tour of Australasia Smith had spoken out against the way Kingston Heath had been prepared in a thinly veiled criticism of the dual format where men and women play in the tournament at the same time. He also wondered aloud to at least one source, who preferred to remain anonymous, at how difficult it had become for Australia’s best golfers to make their way to the world tour despite participation rates being high. Not only does his status, alongside Adam Scott, Jason Day and Min Woo Lee as one of the country’s best male golfers, give him credibility on such issues. But he has also supported the Australian tour with his presence in the past decade. His logic on the dual format was backed too by star Australian golfer Hannah Green who said in an ideal world the women’s event would be held in February. Smith had also just done hard yards to support the state titles, heading to Murray Downs to play in the NSW Open, a moment former professional Mike Clayton said was “like the Beatles going to Swan Hill”. Smith’s headline-grabbing comments resonated enough to eventually force a response from Golf Australia CEO James Sutherland, who said that it was “not that easy” to separate the men and women’s competition, as the women’s tournament lost money, and attempted to explain the professional golfing labyrinth and the issues facing Australian golf. Different directions According to two sources who preferred to remain anonymous, Smith has a view that Australian golf would be well-advised to leverage off LIV and develop an alliance with the International Series played on the Asian Tour to provide a lucrative pathway for young Australian golfers. Australia’s Ripper GC team of (left to right) Marc Leishman, Lucas Herbert, Cameron Smith and Matt Jones celebrate their teams win at LIV Golf Adelaide. Credit: Getty That’s impossible for Australian golf right now. The Australian PGA has a strategic alliance with the DP World Tour (the European tour) until 2026 that connects to the American circuit, which they put in place before LIV Golf emerged. They also have the “Australian Golfing Strategy”, which has a range of objectives including taking advantage of the participation increase that started during the COVID-19 pandemic – reversing a constant decline over the previous 20 years – increasing female participation and breaking down some of the perceptions around golf that made many Australians see it as pale, male and stale – and inaccessible. British Open champion, respected golf commentator and chair of the Australian PGA Ian Baker-Finch is a fan of Smith’s as well as being well aware of Australia’s golfing landscapes. He respects Smith’s support for Australian golf and its emerging golfers, which includes an academy for young Australian golfers at his home in Jacksonville, where they learn about what is required to make it in the extraordinarily competitive world of professional golf (a former recipient was this year’s Australian PGA winner Elvis Smylie). “I can’t say anything bad about him,” Baker-Finch said. “He is giving back. He offers opportunities to junior golfers through his charitable endeavours himself ... I like what Cam is doing. I am a big fan.” But there is a caveat that echoes Sutherland’s thoughts – “it’s not that easy” to execute a strategy that pleases everyone. “Golf Australia and our PGA are trying to create pathways, put money into junior golf, create more and more opportunities ... we have 300 or more Australian PGA Tour members, men and women. We have to look after pathways for 300, not just one or two to make their way on to LIV. The Australian PGA Tour’s [objective] is to get as many of our players as possible on to the other world tours to improve their play, improve their position, to get them to play for more money.” The LIV Golf Tournament is huge for spectators but it only includes four Australian golfers. Australian golf officials need to cater for the broader game. Credit: Getty Because the broadcast revenue some other sports command is not there for golf, the sport has to rely on commercial partners who rely, in turn, on broadcast for exposure. It means the PGA has to invest in getting coverage of tournaments through Foxtel, with many, including this week’s low-profile Victorian PGA event at Moonah Links, available on Kayo. But without any big drawcards playing in those tournaments, the broad interest in the results is minimal. The Smith impact Smith, on the other hand, is key to keeping the game on the front and back pages in summer. He knows it and so does Golf Australia. Sutherland was keen to emphasise last week that the players “are the stars of the show”. “The last time we saw anything like it was when Greg Norman was in his halcyon days when he was world No.1 and would come back and play,” Porter said. “People like Cam. Kids find him very relatable, there were real or fake mullets supporting him and I saw Ripper GC merch everywhere. His presence has been great for the grassroots.” Smith’s genuine desire to help Australian golf has been overshadowed for some because LIV Golf is funded by Saudi Arabia’s Private Investment Fund. There has been ongoing controversy surrounding LIV Golf’s emergence and the challenge it laid down to the hegemony of America’s PGA Tour. Smith leads an All-Australian LIV Golf team called Ripper Golf Club that includes Marc Leishman, Lucas Herbert and Matt Jones, who won the team’s title in 2024. In some ways, the foursome is golf’s Kelly gang. “The notion they don’t care is garbage,” Porter said. The team now has a new managing director in Nick Adams and hopes to set up a high-performance centre in Brisbane. Smith’s presence ensures Australia will not be forgotten by the LIV hierarchy, which is about to announce a Scott O’Neil as Norman’s replacement as CEO. Possible paths for Australian golf “I think our tour needs to look to LIV,” Porter said. “It needs to look to Asia. When you do that you get the funding behind it to potentially do something more impactful than what we have now. But I think the tour has done a really good job since COVID to increase the playing opportunities for our players and increase the pathways, which we have seen David Micheluzzi [the 2022-23 Order of Merit winner] take advantage of in Europe. “It has all been beneficial, but it would grow exponentially if they were to align themselves with LIV and Ripper GC.” David Micheluzzi played in this week’s Victorian PGA after playing on the DP World Tour. Credit: Getty Images A pragmatic Baker-Finch says the two strands can co-exist in Australian golf for now as LIV and PGA of America merger talks (DP World Tour is a party to those discussions) continue at snail’s pace. He stands firm behind the need for Australian officials to take a broad view and would like to see LIV Golf “give back a bit more through junior golf” although he has no philosophical objection to the roadshow. “I actually am one to think there is a place for LIV. I am OK with LIV being a Formula 1 tour and travelling around the world 14 weeks a year,” Baker-Finch said. “If the Australian players want to go and try out for LIV or try our for the International Series, that is fine go have a game, but we can’t align with the tour that is against our principles of supplying opportunities to as many players as possible. “I love the fact they [Ripper Golf Club players] come home and play here if there is no tournament on or in the LIV tournament. We want to welcome them back.” Welcomed back they are by local fans. Smith felt the support of Australian crowds who don’t care for the debates. They just want to see players as quietly charismatic as Smith, who wows crowds when he fires golf balls off tees like Exocet missiles, as he did in the past five weeks. What became clear in the past month is that Smith is the most valuable asset in Australian golf right now. His second in the Saudi International on Saturday after a play-off confirmed his status among the world’s best. That he wants to strengthen Australian golf is clear, but his satisfaction with its direction can’t be taken for granted. Getting the decision right on the format and locations of the country’s biggest tournaments next summer is vital and will play a part in whether Smith and the equally supportive Scott return next year. Smith made his point but left the door open to be back as he has every year since 2012 – bar during COVID-19 when the tournament was cancelled – to play in the Australian Open. “It’s nice to be back to support those [tournaments] and give back ... hopefully I can keep doing it in the future,” Smith said. News, results and expert analysis from the weekend of sport are sent every Monday. Sign up for our Sport newsletter .
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Gap Stock Soars On Better-Than-Expected Q3 Results, Raised FY Guidance: DetailsNoneTras el asesinato del CEO de UnitedHealthcare, Brian Thompson, ha surgido un fenómeno cultural inesperado. Luigi Mangione, el acusado de 26 años del tiroteo fatal del 4 de diciembre en Nueva York, se ha convertido en el tema de varias baladas regionales mexicanas publicadas en Internet. En los últimos años, la música regional mexicana — que incluye corridos, norteño, mariachi y más — ha experimentado un resurgimiento global sin precedentes, particularmente con la aparición de los corridos tumbados a principios de 2019, iniciados por Natanael Cano. Este género fue posteriormente popularizado por artistas como Fuerza Regida, Junior H y Peso Pluma. El estilo se difundió rápidamente a través de internet en plataformas como SoundCloud y TikTok, y para finales de ese año, había impactado en las listas de Billboard y sigue haciéndolo. Ahora, ha surgido un movimiento nuevo canciones en varias plataformas, buscando posicionar a Mangione dentro de la tradición de los corridos. Este estilo de corridos — históricamente utilizados para narrar historias sobre revolucionarios y rebeldes que se remontan a la Revolución Mexicana de 1910 — ahora presentan al acusado de asesinar al CEO del seguro médico como una figura compleja atrapada entre la villanía y el vigilantismo. Esta representación musical está encendiendo debates sobre la justicia, la ética corporativa y la creación de antihéroes modernos en un contexto de profunda discordia social. Pese a ser un país desarrollado, Estados Unidos sigue enfrentándose a disparidades en el acceso y la asequibilidad de la atención sanitaria. A pesar de contar con tecnologías y tratamientos médicos de vanguardia, la gente se enfrenta a menudo a costes prohibitivos y a una cobertura inadecuada. Esta paradoja ha alimentado un discurso nacional sobre la injusticia sanitaria y los intentos de reformar el sistema de salud, en el que algunos simpatizan y/o glorifican al asesino acusado, que se enfrenta a cargos federales de asesinato y acoso . Por otra parte, el fiscal del distrito de Manhattan, además de múltiples cargos de asesinato, también acusó a Mangione de asesinato como acto de terrorismo; éste se ha declarado inocente de los cargos estatales. Si es declarado culpable de los cargos federales, Mangione podría enfrentarse a la pena de muerte, mientras que los cargos estatales podrían significar un máximo de cadena perpetua sin posibilidad de libertad condicional. El domingo (22 de diciembre), un usuario de SoundCloud llamado Alan Rendon publicó una pista con acordeón llamada “El corrido de Luigi Mangione” que dice: “En la fría mañana de diciembre en Nueva York, su ley dejó / Un hombre en bicicleta cruzaba con un plan que en su mente vivió / En la calle 54 su destino él fue a enfrentar, Brian Thompson cayó por las balas / Justicia Luigi quiso entregar”. El tema continúa: “En su mensaje dejó su razón / No buscaba riquezas ni fama, solo justicias a su nación / Hoy su nombre recorre las calles, un mensaje oscuro dejó / La industria que tanto culpaba, su propia sentencia firmó”. El corrido presenta a Mangione como un símbolo oscuro de resistencia contra la mala conducta corporativa, comparación que muchos han hecho con el antihéroe de la película V for Vendetta . Otra artista, Gabriela MC , hizo eco de este sentimiento en un TikTok publicado el 15 de diciembre, cantando: “Un día 4 de diciembre se dice que el empresario tenía una junta pendiente / Pura gente de alto rango, cuando tres balas certeras la vida le arrebataron / No se conmueve la gente por el rico asesinado/ Niega, depone y defiende, claves del asesinato / Y aunque murió de repente la junta no cancelaron / No creas que por los millones tienes la vida comprada / Él a eso se dedicaba y no pudo asegurarla / Qué vueltas nos da la vida, así se las cobra el karma”. La usuaria hace referencia a las tres balas encontradas en la escena del crimen con las palabras grabadas “ deny “, “ defend “, y “ depose “, (o negar, defender y deponer). Según Associated Press , esas tres palabras suelen utilizarse para describir las prácticas de las compañías de seguros a la hora de denegar reclamaciones. La frase es también el título del libro de Jay M. Feinman Delay, Deny, Defend: Why Insurance Companies Don’t Pay Claims and What You Can Do About It . Publicado en 2010, este tomo ofrece una visión crítica de las prácticas utilizadas habitualmente por las compañías de seguros que afectan negativamente a los asegurados. “Seis días después de su muerte dieron con el italiano / Un joven inteligente de Pensilvania graduado”, canta. “Monopoly iba jugando / No insulten la inteligencia de ese pueblo americano / Su madre pidió clemencia, como a muchos la negaron / Se le acabó la paciencia, Luigi los vino ajustando”. Durante la persecución inicial tras el asesinato de Thompson, el 6 de diciembre se encontró abandonada en Central Park una mochila que se creía era del asesino y que contenía dinero del Monopoly. Según un boletín de las fuerzas del orden obtenido por The AP , Mangione llevaba una nota manuscrita en el momento de su detención, el 9 de diciembre en Pensilvania, y que el documento criticaba a las compañías de seguros médicos “parasitarias”. Otro usuario de TikTok, Cruzistojose1978, publicó un corrido que introduce una perspectiva en primera persona a la narrativa de Mangione. “Soy un joven con cabeza, en Pensilvania graduado / La vida me dio sus pruebas y el destino las ha cobrado / Hoy tras rejas me encuentro, pero mi motivo está marcado”, canta. Mientras su destino penal se resuelve, la historia de Mangione, tal como se representa en los corridos, podría desafiar a los oyentes a enfrentarse a las realidades sobre los desequilibrios de poder dentro de la sociedad — o al menos, eso es lo que afirma el origen de los corridos, según Con su pistola en la mano: Un corrido fronterizo y su héroe , el libro seminal de Américo Paredes publicado en 1958 sobre Gregorio Cortez, un forajido mexicano-estadounidense que mató a un sheriff en defensa propia contra el racismo y la injusticia a finales del siglo XIX. Este incidente provocó la creación de corridos que celebraban sus hazañas como un símbolo de resistencia contra las acciones discriminatorias de las autoridades angloamericanas hacia los mexicano-americanos en Texas. El libro sostiene que el origen de corridos como los de Gregorio Cortez no servían solo como entretenimiento, sino como potentes expresiones de protesta contra la opresión.
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Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Daniel Jones era in New York is over. The Giants quarterback was granted his release by the team just days after the franchise said it was benching him in favor of third-stringer Tommy DeVito. New York president John Mara said Jones approached the team about releasing him and the club obliged. Mara added he was “disappointed” at the quick dissolution of a once-promising relationship between Jones and the team. Giants coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of DeVito following a loss to the Panthers in Germany that dropped New York's record to 2-8. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.
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Read also: 10 countries that will pay you to relocate there According to Global Citizen Solutions , here are 12 countries who offer either residency or citizenship by investment sometimes referred to as golden passports: 1. United Arab Emirates (Dubai) – (Citizenship) Minimum investment requirement: $545,000 For several reasons, the UAE is a well-liked choice for real estate to residency: No inheritance, wealth, or income taxes apply. Depending on their financial situation, residents also rate their quality of life as being fairly high, and owning real estate can result in full citizenship, though not instantly. A golden visa, which gives you residency for at least five years, will be issued to you once you have fulfilled the eligibility requirements outlined on the Global Citizen Solutions website and demonstrated that you own property in the nation. The procedure for renewing a visa is quite easy and can be extended to a ten-year visa. Citizenship is available to holders of golden visas who meet certain extraordinary requirements related to merit and making contributions to the development of the country. 2. Spain – (Residency) Minimum investment requirement: €500,000 Spain’s rich culture and history, high standard of living, and advanced economy make it one of the most sought-after holiday spots in the world. You can obtain a residence permit with an initial three-year validity by investing in real estate through their Golden Visa program. According to Henley & Partners, you can then renew this permission every five years as long as you continue to hold onto your real estate investment. You are eligible to petition for citizenship after ten years of residency. Spain has no minimum stay requirements, but you must travel there before you can get your first residency permit. 3. Hungary – ( Residency) Minimum investment requirement: €500,000 According to Immigrant Invest, Hungary is expanding its golden visa program to cover real estate acquisitions that fulfill a minimum expenditure criteria as of January 1, 2025. Apart from the fact that Hungary is close to other stunning nations, there are many other reasons to desire to live there, such as the country’s excellent cuisine scene, affordable cost of living, universal healthcare, and low tax rates. Obtaining approval from the Land Registry and hiring a lawyer to accompany the transaction are prerequisites for purchasing real estate. Although there are some additional costs, they are minimal when compared to other choices on this list. The duration of a residency permit is ten years, with the possibility of a ten-year extension. However, after eight years of residency, you can petition for citizenship if you fulfill the standards outlined in Get Golden Visa. Read also: Top 10 high demand Jobs in Canada 4. Turkey – (Citizenship) Minimum investment requirement: $400,000 There are many benefits to obtaining citizenship in Turkey through real estate investments, and the procedure is far simpler than in Dubai. The Investment Office of the Republic of Turkey states that before you can apply for citizenship, you must buy real estate and promise not to sell it for three years. Turkey boasts breathtaking natural scenery and several lovely historical cities. Before contacting your accountant, you might want to inquire about other social and political difficulties, although the nation has a universal healthcare system and a substantial medical tourism business. 5. Namibia – (Residency) Minimum investment requirement: $365,000 Namibia is renowned for its exceptional natural beauty, economic prospects, and high standard of living. It is also regarded as one of the safest countries in Africa. According to Henley & Partners, residency through real estate investments may only be attained by purchasing in one authorized location, which is the President’s Links Estate, even if the government is seeking additional international investors. Obviously, there aren’t many possibilities for real estate investments, but if you do, you’ll receive a work visa that is valid for five years and renewable. You can seek permanent residency after keeping the investment for seven years. 6. Malta – (Residency) Minimum investment requirement: €300,000 At first look, this tiny European island could appear to be among the most reasonably priced real estate investment alternatives on this list because of its captivating beaches, charming villages, and seemingly endless sunlight. But it adds up with all the costs and a required donation. A few investment possibilities are available to obtain Malta’s indefinite permanent residency. A €300,000 property purchase in South Malta or Gozo, or €350,000 elsewhere, are your options, according to Henley & Partners. In South Malta or Gozo, you can also lease a home for at least five years for €10,000 a year, or €12,000 elsewhere in the Philippines. But that is when the additional expenses enter the picture. A minimum investment of €28,000 is required, along with a €2,000 payment to a non-governmental organization and a €40,000 non-refundable administrative fee. 7. Grenada – (Citizenship) Minimum investment requirement: $270,000 The procedure for applying for citizenship through Grenada’s investment program is a little more complicated than in some of the other nations on this list. According to Henley & Partners, the process is time-consuming, rigorous, and will necessitate a background investigation. On the other hand, you will have access to the Caribbean’s top healthcare system and live in a stunning location with no minimum stay requirements. To begin this process, you must buy a house from a list of projects that have been approved by the government. You will still be required to make a minimum of $50,000 non-refundable payment after you have paid the minimum investment. At least five years must pass before the property is released. Read also: Nigeria ranked 5th among top 10 countries for startups in 2024 8. Greece – (Citizenship) Minimum investment requirement: €250,000 Relocate to Greece and live out your Mamma Mia dreams. In addition to being a popular holiday spot, Greece offers several incentives for full-time residents, such as delicious food, a low cost of living, a first-rate public healthcare system, and, of course, easy access to other European nations. Buying real estate grants you a five-year residency permit that you can extend as many times as you choose. After seven years of residency, you can seek citizenship. According to Henley & Partners, there are several possibilities to consider when choosing your Greek real estate venture: You have two options: you can invest the minimum amount “towards the conversion of commercial properties into residential use or the restoration of listed buildings,” or you can invest at least €400,000 to buy one property. Expect to pay €800,000, though, if you want to reside in Athens, Thessaloniki, or any of the islands with a population of over 3,100. 9. Dominica – (Citizenship) Minimum investment requirement: $200,000 By purchasing a project that has been approved by the government, one can obtain dual citizenship on this Caribbean island. The Commonwealth of Dominica website has this list of projects. Once your purchase has been completed, you will need to pay the government an extra charge, which starts at a cool $75,000 (more if you are bringing any dependents with you). Additionally, for three years following citizenship, you are not allowed to sell your investment. Despite the additional government fees, this is still a relatively cheap investment. 10. Brazil – (Residency) Minimum investment requirement: $140,000 Brazil offers a relatively simple path to permanent residency outside of the United States. There are other investment options, although the minimum amount needed varies by location if you’re buying real estate: According to Global Citizen Solutions, purchasing a home in the country’s north or northeast will cost at least BRL 700,000 ($140,000), and purchasing a home elsewhere will cost at least BRL 1,000,000 (about $200,000). You are eligible for permanent residency after making your purchase. You need to visit the country once every two years and hold the property for at least a few years in order to keep your status. You can seek to become a citizen after four years of residence. Read also: Top 10 African countries with minimal IMF debt in Q4 2024 11. Colombia – (Residency) Minimum investment requirement: $117,000 There is no minimum investment amount in this stunning South American nation; instead, it is determined by multiplying the national minimum monthly pay, according to Global Citizen Solutions. An acquisition of real estate from a foreign investor must be worth 350 times the national minimum wage, or roughly $335 at the moment, in order to qualify. You can then apply for a one- to three-year temporary resident visa. But for as long as you invest, you may keep renewing this visa, and after five years, you can even seek permanent residency. 12. Cambodia – (Residency) Minimum investment requirement: $100,000 The only practical way to obtain permanent residency through a real estate investment if you want to dwell in Southeast Asia is in Cambodia. Although the ten-year renewable visa is another benefit, the comparatively low minimum fee requirement is a major one. According to La Vida Golden Visas, you can apply for a Cambodian passport after five years of residency in the country. Additionally, maintaining your permanent resident status does not need a minimum length of stay.
Ravens coach John Harbaugh mum on suspended WR Diontae JohnsonBytedance-owned TikTok , which was banned in India in 2020, is now a step closer to meeting the same fate in the United States. A US federal court last Friday rejected TikTok’s appeal challenging a law requiring it to divest from its Chinese parent company or shut up shop next month. ET explains the case and what’s in store for the platform. Why does the US government want to ban TikTok? In April 2024, president Joe Biden signed the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. The Act meant that the social media app, which is used by 170 million Americans, must either sell its US business to non-Chinese entities or end activities in the US in nine months – that is, by January 2025. The latest ruling upholds this law. 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ByteDance has until January 19 to sell the app. If it fails to do so, app store majors like Apple and Google will not be able to legally host TikTok in the US. The deadline could be extended by three months if the President determines there is progress toward a sale. TikTok plans to appeal the ruling in the Supreme Court. Does Trump coming to power make a difference? Trump was the first to order a ban on TikTok, back in 2020, during his first presidency. Since March 2024, however, Trump has opposed a TikTok ban saying it would empower competitor Facebook. "There's a lot of good and there's a lot of bad with TikTok, but the thing I don't like is that without TikTok, you're going to make Facebook bigger, and I consider Facebook to be an enemy of the people, along with a lot of the media," Trump has said. Trump joined TikTok in June. 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