TikTok, ByteDance, United States Congress, Social media

The bill aims to protect national security by preventing Chinese government access to user data, facing opposition from TikTok. It could impact TikTok's business and creators, with uncertainty about passage and implementation. ByteDance has a 165-day deadline to sell TikTok, and there's bipartisan support with an upcoming floor vote. TikTok mobilizes its user base, claiming a predetermined outcome of a total ban, raising concerns about free speech rights and impacts on tech powerhouses. The ...