House to vote on bill targeting TikTok ownership due to security concerns. Tech journalist explains bipartisan support for ban. Judiciary Committee questions probe into Biden documents. FAA report cites Boeing audit failures. Airbnb bans indoor security cameras.
Lawmakers are uniting on concerns about TikTok's potential security threat due to Chinese ownership and influence on children.
Uncertainty surrounds TikTok's future sales and bans due to challenges in selling technology permissions and potential political complexities.
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House to Vote on Forcing Chinese Owners to Sell TikTok
The House is expected to vote on a bill that could compel Chinese owners of TikTok to sell the social media platform to avoid a ban from US app stores. FBI Director Christopher Ray warned lawmakers about the potential security threat TikTok poses, as China could manipulate the app to control access to data and information, impacting individuals and national security.
Bipartisan Concerns Over TikTok Influence and Social Media Harm
Lawmakers from both sides united on concerns about TikTok's Chinese ownership and the influence social media has, particularly its potential impact on children and teenagers. FBI reports highlighted Chinese efforts to push propaganda via TikTok during elections, raising worries about misinformation. Lawmakers seek to address threats posed by TikTok, even as public details on the actual risks remain limited.
Political Ramifications of TikTok Ban and Potential Buyer Uncertainty
Discussion arose on the potential backlash and risks for Democrats supporting a TikTok ban, considering the app's popularity among younger voters. President Trump's varying stance on TikTok and possible political leverage highlighted complexities over banning the platform. Uncertainty looms over TikTok's future sales due to challenges in selling technology permissions, with potential stalemates or bans affecting the platform's continuity.
The House is expected to vote Wednesday on a bill that could force the Chinese owners of TikTok to sell the social media platform or face a ban on U.S. app stores. Lawmakers say TikTok is a potential national security threat. The bill has bipartisan support in the House. Tech journalist Louise Matsakis explains why banning TikTok is one of the few issues lawmakers can agree on these days.
And in headlines: The House Judiciary Committee grilled Special Counsel Robert Hur over his investigation into Biden’s handling of classified documents, an FAA report said Boeing failed dozens of audits, and Airbnb told hosts no more indoor security cameras.
Network Contagion Research Institute: “ How TikTok's Global Platform Anomalies Align with the Chinese Communist Party's Geostrategic Objectives” – https://tinyurl.com/ynsd9kyj