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White House urges UK not to ban social media for under-16s, citing burden on US tech firms

The Trump administration has submitted a formal objection to the UK government's consultation on banning social media for under-16s, arguing such restrictions would impose a disproportionate burden on American technology companies. UK Tech Secretary Liz Kendall responded that Britain will not be swayed by the intervention and remains focused on British parents' concerns.