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The NPR Politics Podcast
Is Time Ticking For TikTok?
Mar 14, 2024
Congress is pressuring TikTok to find an American buyer or face a nationwide ban. The episode delves into the political, economic, and national security dimensions of the TikTok controversy. There are concerns about privacy, data access, election interference, and algorithm manipulation. The debate over the approval of a bill regarding the popular app and its future sale to an American entity are discussed.
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- Congress passed a bipartisan bill to push TikTok sale or face ban, highlighting significant bipartisan efforts.
- TikTok users displayed skepticism towards Congress ultimatum, emphasizing economic impacts and concerns over national security risks.
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House Passes Bill to Force Sale of TikTok
The house passed a bill with bipartisan support, voting 352 to 65 to either force the sale of TikTok or face a ban. This move was highly unusual given the current political landscape and marked a significant bipartisan effort. Various concerns were raised by lawmakers, leading to strategic planning by the bill's sponsors to push it forward at a rapid pace, garnering considerable momentum.
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