TikTok ban

2024 - 4 - 20

House Takes Steps Towards TikTok Ban: What You Need To Know

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Get ready for the latest TikTok drama! The House is making moves to potentially ban the popular app.

The House of Representatives has made significant progress in potentially banning TikTok in the United States. The legislation, if passed by the Senate, could force the Chinese-owned video app to be sold to avoid a nationwide ban. The bill, attached to a bipartisan foreign aid deal, aims to address national security concerns surrounding TikTok's ownership.

While TikTok has raised concerns about potential violations of free speech rights, lawmakers are pushing forward with the legislation. The speed at which the bill is progressing through Congress indicates a sense of urgency in addressing the issue.

With the House's approval, the potential ban could become a reality by 2025, affecting millions of TikTok users. The bill's passage illuminates the ongoing debate over the influence of foreign-owned social media platforms on American users.

In the midst of this legislative battle, TikTok users are left wondering about potential alternatives if the ban is enacted. The discussion around data privacy and national security continues to shape the future of social media use in the United States.

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House passes legislation that could ban TikTok in the US (CBS News)

The company said the legislation would "trample the free speech rights" of TikTok users.

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House passes potential TikTok ban that could speed through Senate (The Washington Post)

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