EU Investigates TikTok Over Election Interference Allegations in Romania

The EU’s announcement was made after Romania threw out presidential election results, alleging Russian interference.

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The European Commission announced a probe into TikTok on Dec. 16, alleging a breach of the EU’s Digital Services Act by allowing interference in the Romanian presidential elections Nov. 24.

“We must protect our democracies from any kind of foreign interference,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated. “Whenever we suspect such interference, especially during elections, we have to act swiftly and firmly.”