TikTok Ban Edges Closer to Reality as House Passes Bill
House Votes Overwhelmingly to Restrict Chinese-Owned App
Clock Ticking on Potential TikTok Ban in the United States
The potential ban on TikTok in the United States has taken a significant step forward after the House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill that would restrict the use of the Chinese-owned app. The bill, titled the "No TikTok on Government Devices Act," was approved by a vote of 336-71, with support from both Democrats and Republicans.
The bill would prohibit the use of TikTok on government-issued devices, citing concerns about the app's data collection practices and potential ties to the Chinese government. The legislation now heads to the Senate, where it faces an uncertain future. However, the House vote sends a clear message that the United States government is increasingly concerned about TikTok's presence in the country.
In response to the House vote, TikTok has vowed to fight the bill in court. The company has argued that the bill is unconstitutional and that it unfairly targets TikTok while ignoring other apps with similar data collection practices. However, the Trump administration has been increasing its pressure on TikTok, threatening to ban the app outright if it is not sold to an American company.
The clock is now ticking on the possible TikTok ban. If the Senate passes the bill and President Trump signs it into law, TikTok could be banned in the United States within months. The outcome of this legal battle will have a significant impact on the future of TikTok in the United States and around the world.
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