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Here are three TikTok accounts in the U.S. political/news space that stand out for relatively higher credibility. They’re not flawless (TikTok is full of noise), but each has features that make them more trustworthy than many influencer-style accounts. Use them with context and healthy skepticism. 1. V Spehar (TikTok handle: UnderTheDeskNews) 6 Why this one merits attention: Spehar is a journalist with experience (rather than purely a social-media influencer) and their brand “Under The Desk News” is focused on current-events explanation. Wikipedia +1 Their approach tries to simplify politics/news in formats friendly for younger audiences. Because of their share of journalistic background, you have more reason to trust a baseline of sourcing compared to purely viral/entertainment accounts. Caveats & what to still check: Being on TikTok means much of the format is short, simplified, and may leave out nuance. Always check whether claims are sourced or linked elsewhere when possible. While more reliable than random creators, the medium still forces brevity and sometimes style over depth. 2. More Perfect Union (TikTok handle: moreperfectunion) 6 Why this one merits attention: A nonprofit news-organization founded in 2021 with a clear focus on video journalism on policy, labor and economy. Wikipedia Because it is an institutional outlet (rather than just an individual creator), you have standard editorial considerations, which is helpful when evaluating trustworthiness. It covers serious topics (economy, working class, accountability) rather than simply viral/entertainment-style politics. Caveats & what to keep in mind: It has a visible progressive orientation (so it’s not strictly “neutral” in viewpoint). On TikTok the format is still short, so while the source is solid, depth may be limited. Viewers should still cross-check data or claims in the videos with full articles or reports where possible. 3. MeidasTouch (TikTok handle: meidastouch) 6 Why this one merits attention (with strong qualifiers): This is a well-known progressive media organization; big reach, competent production. Wikipedia If you are looking for one side of the spectrum and want to see how progressive commentary/political news is framed, this is useful. Caveats & what to very clearly keep in mind: It is not neutral. It has a clear partisan orientation and impact mission (progressive, pro-democracy activism) which means you should treat it knowing that bias is present. Because of its orientation, claims and framing may emphasize one side of issues heavily; you should still verify facts and check other sources. 📋 General Guidelines for Evaluating TikTok Political News Accounts Less than 1% of followed TikTok accounts are institutional journalists/news outlets. Pew Research Center +1 Researchers find that TikTok’s algorithm tends to create “echo chambers” (people see what aligns with their beliefs) and that partisan/negative content often gets more engagement. Misinformation Review +1 When using TikTok for news: Check who is producing the video — is it a journalist, a news org, or an influencer? See if it cites sources or links to deeper coverage. TikTok by default doesn’t require the same standards as print/TV journalism. The Cincinnati Herald Be alert to sensationalism. Because the format thrives on attention, short videos may oversimplify or skew. Cross-check with fuller reports. TikTok should often be a starting point, not the sole source. If you like, I can pull together a longer list of 8-10 TikTok accounts (across the ideological spectrum) with notes on their reliability (credibility score, bias orientation, what to watch out for). Would you like that?