US Senate Approves Bill to Mandate TikTok’s Sale
US Senate approves bill mandating TikTok’s sale unless it cuts ties with Chinese parent company ByteDance. The legislation is part of a larger foreign aid package and faces potential legal challenges.
The vote follows bipartisan support in the House of Representatives.
Critics argue TikTok poses national security risks, but the company denies these claims.
TikTok warns of threats to free speech and may seek legal action.
Previous attempts to ban TikTok faced judicial opposition and criticism from civil liberties groups.