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Why TikTok's parent company may face divestment or U.S. ban

Why TikTok's parent company could face divestment or U.S. ban of the platform

03/12/2024

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Why TikTok's parent company may face divestment or U.S. ban

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Why TikTok's parent company could face divestment or U.S. ban of the platform

TikTok is once again in Congress’ crosshairs as the U.S. House of Representatives weighs a bill that would either require the platform to be divested from its Chinese parent company, or face a nationwide ban. Congressional correspondent Lisa Dejardins takes a close look at the brewing battle over the nation’s fastest growing social media platform.

03/12/2024

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