Mnuchin Eyes TikTok Purchase Amid Congressional Debate on Ban

As Congress considers a TikTok ban, former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin assembles a group to buy the platform, while political figures address key international and domestic issues.

• Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is assembling a group to purchase TikTok, signaling potential shifts in the platform's ownership and operations.
• The U.S. Congress is poised to debate a bill that could lead to a ban on TikTok, amid bipartisan concerns over data privacy and national security.
• Senator Chuck Schumer has called for new elections in Israel, citing that Prime Minister Netanyahu 'no longer fits the needs of Israel', reflecting heightened U.S. involvement in Israeli politics.
• Senator Bernie Sanders advocates for a four-day workweek during a Senate hearing, highlighting ongoing discussions about labor reform and work-life balance in the U.S.
• The House has passed the TikTok bill in a 'decisive and bipartisan fashion', indicating strong legislative support for action against the social media platform.

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