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House Unanimously Passes Bill to Force TikTok Sale, Aiming to Sever Ties with Chinese Ownership

The bill, which could effectively ban TikTok in the U.S. if not complied with, now moves to a full vote in the House, with President Biden's support.

  • After a swift move in Congress, a new bill targeting TikTok's Chinese ownership has passed the House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously.
  • The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act could result in a ban if ByteDance does not sell TikTok within six months.
  • President Biden has expressed his willingness to sign the bill, emphasizing the administration's concerns over national security.
  • The bill has sparked a divide among GOP members, with some criticizing the move as contrary to free speech principles.
  • TikTok has mobilized its user base in opposition, warning of a massive public outcry and potential legal challenges.
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