The legislation received wide bipartisan support, with both Republicans and Democrats showing an eagerness to appear tough on China.
The House on Wednesday passed a bill with broad bipartisan support that would force TikTok’s Chinese owner to either sell the hugely popular video app or be banned in the United States.
Republican leaders fast-tracked the bill through the House with limited debate, and it passed on a lopsided vote of 352-65, reflecting widespread backing for legislation that would take direct aim at China in an election year.
can't believe people's insanely smug reaction to this. the government is banning an app that 100+ million americans use and presumably enjoy. that is insane, full stop.
The government also bans drugs, guns, alcohol, smoking, etc. They ban things that are perceived threats to health and safety. It's what they should be doing.
That being said, wasting their time on TikTok is fucking stupid.
It's also unconstitutional. But when's the last time anyone heard the words, "Bill of Attainder"? There's a fairly good chance TikTok takes this to court and wins.