Meta is pushing back against a ban on its popular messaging app, WhatsApp, from government devices due to concerns over data privacy and security practices. The US House of Representatives’ chief administrative officer cited these concerns as the reason for the proposed ban, citing the need to protect sensitive information.
However, Meta disagrees with the characterization, saying it is committed to providing a secure platform for users. In response to the report, Meta spokesperson Andy Stone stated that WhatsApp’s encrypted nature offers a “higher level of security” compared to other messaging apps on the approved list.
The ban has sparked controversy, with some government officials recommending Microsoft Teams, Signal, and Apple’s iMessage as alternatives. The move comes as Meta is currently involved in an antitrust case with the Federal Trade Commission over its acquisitions of WhatsApp and Instagram.
Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/23/meta-whatsapp-us-house.html