CNN 5 Things 6 PM ET: TikTok’s final days, DOGE-proofing federal jobs, new bug gets galactic name & more
Jan 17, 2025
Families of hostages in Gaza are anxiously awaiting news as a ceasefire deal hangs in the balance. The potential end of TikTok in the US raises questions about data privacy and governmental scrutiny. Federal workers are finding ways to safeguard their positions amid political changes. In a lighter twist, a newly discovered isopod has been named after Darth Vader, showcasing the fascinating intersections of science and pop culture.
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TikTok Ban Upheld
- TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew responded to the Supreme Court's decision allowing a ban.
- The ban, effective this weekend, rejects TikTok's First Amendment appeal, citing national security concerns.
Federal Workers Adapt to DOGE
- Federal workers are altering job descriptions, removing diversity and policy terms.
- They fear the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will use AI to target specific words, despite their efforts.
Ohio Senate Appointment
- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine appointed Lt. Governor John Husted to the U.S. Senate.
- Husted, a fiscal conservative, visited Trump at Mar-a-Lago with DeWine, influencing the decision.