For the more than 2 billion worldwide active users of TikTok, it is no longer just an “entertainment” or “kill the time” type of platform; it has also become a major source of all types of information, including one that rules our society, political information. Through its powerful algorithm, the app constantly recommends videos based on the user’s interests, searches, and recent interactions on the app, shaping the content they consume every day. As political videos become

Every year, Congress must pass legislation to fund government operations for the upcoming fiscal year. If a new bill, or a temporary measure to keep funding at current levels also known as a Continuing Resolution or “CR” isn't enacted by the deadline, the government must shut down due to a lack of authorized funding. The length of shutdowns vary, as they last until Congress passes and the President signs the appropriations bills to fund the government. The most recent shutdow