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Tiktok Inc. V. Knudsen

TikTok Inc. has filed a lawsuit against the Attorney General of Montana to prevent the state from unlawfully banning TikTok. The ban, which was signed into law on May 17, 2023, prohibits the operation of TikTok throughout the state and imposes a $10,000 penalty for each "discrete violation." TikTok argues that the ban violates the First Amendment, is preempted by federal law, and violates the Commerce Clause of the U.S. Constitution. TikTok claims that the ban is based on unfounded speculation that the Chinese government could access data about TikTok users and that TikTok exposes minors to harmful online content. TikTok argues that it has taken substantial measures to protect the privacy and security of its users and that the ban is an extreme step that is inconsistent with the Constitution. TikTok seeks a declaratory judgment and order invalidating and preliminarily and permanently enjoining the defendant from enforcing the TikTok Ban. The court has jurisdiction under various federal laws and rules, and venue is proper in this district and division.

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United States of America v. Robert Hunter Biden

Summary: Hunter Biden is currently embroiled in a lawsuit, accused of purchasing a Colt Cobra revolver in October 2018 while allegedly using illegal substances. Despite denying drug use on the necessary paperwork, if found guilty, he could face a maximum of 25 years in prison along with substantial fines. Biden's defense team contends that the charges are politically driven, asserting that Biden's temporary possession of an unloaded firearm did not constitute a public safety risk. They intend to contest the charges, leveraging an agreement with the prosecution, recent federal court decisions, and potential Second Amendment defenses. This case could potentially ignite wider discussions about Second Amendment rights, especially as the Supreme Court is poised to deliberate on a related issue concerning gun ownership for individuals subject to domestic violence restraining orders. Opinions are divided among political and legislative figures, with some speculating that advocates of the Second Amendment might oppose the law that prohibits gun ownership for drug users.