The US House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted on Wednesday to approve a bill that would compel TikTok to divest from its Chinese owner or face a ban in the United States. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise praised the passage of the TikTok bill and dismissed concerns that targeting the popular app could have negative repercussions for Republicans in the upcoming November elections. He expressed confidence that the strong support for the legislation in the House would facilitate its passage in the Senate. However, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has not yet committed to considering the House’s version of the bill. Scalise indicated that discussions with several senators have shown interest in the bill, particularly noting the bipartisan support it received in the House.

Source: Nigerian Tribune March 13, 2024 18:01 UTC