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The NPR Politics Podcast

Is Time Ticking For TikTok?

Mar 14, 2024
Bobby Allyn, NPR's tech correspondent, dives into the ticking clock facing TikTok amid congressional pressures. He discusses the ultimatum: find an American buyer or face a ban. Users display resilience despite political turbulence, grappling with privacy concerns linked to its Chinese ownership. The conversation highlights the bipartisan push in Congress amid freedom of speech debates. Allyn also unpacks the complexities around a potential sale, emphasizing the critical role of TikTok's algorithm and the implications for its future.
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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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