US House Vote Results on TikTok Ban

The US House approved a bill on Wednesday that could potentially ban TikTok in the United States due to concerns about its Chinese ownership. The bipartisan bill passed with a 352-65 vote and would require the app to separate from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, within 180 days or risk being banned from American app stores. The next step is for the measure to be taken to the US Senate, where its future is uncertain. President Joe Biden has expressed willingness to sign the bill if it successfully passes through both chambers.

Here’s how each member of the House voted. Filter and sort the table to find your representative.

Editor's P/S:

The potential ban on TikTok in the United States has sparked a heated debate about national security and free speech. Concerns about the app's Chinese ownership and the potential for data sharing with the Chinese government have led to calls for its removal from American app stores. However, critics argue that the ban would infringe on the rights of individuals to access the platform and stifle free expression.

The bipartisan bill's passage in the House highlights the growing concerns about TikTok's potential threat to national security. However, the bill's fate in the Senate remains uncertain, and it is unclear whether President Biden will ultimately sign it into law. The debate over TikTok is likely to continue as lawmakers weigh the risks and benefits of banning the popular app. it raises broader questions about the role of government in regulating social media and the internet.