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The Secret Push That Could Ban TikTok
Apr 30, 2024
Sapna Maheshwari, a technology reporter for The New York Times, dives into the ongoing efforts by American lawmakers to ban TikTok due to national security fears tied to its Chinese ownership. She discusses the clandestine developments behind the push for legislation and the implications for its 170 million U.S. users. Maheshwari also highlights the complexities of potential sales to new buyers and the legal battles that could decide TikTok's fate. Her insights on the app’s influence reveal TikTok's profound impact on American culture and politics.
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Quick takeaways
- Lawmakers are concerned about TikTok's ties to China posing national security risks.
- A small bipartisan group worked secretly to craft a bill aiming to ban TikTok due to its Chinese connections.
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US Lawmakers Pass Bill to Potentially Ban TikTok
A newly passed law potentially banning TikTok in the US raises concerns about its ties to China, with lawmakers questioning national security risks. TikTok's popularity impacting music, cooking, and celebrity culture faces scrutiny due to its ownership by the Chinese company ByteDance. Despite previous attempts to ban TikTok, this law marks a significant threat to its presence in the US.
