This podcast episode explores the ongoing controversy surrounding the social media app TikTok and its ties to China. It discusses a recent law passed by Congress that could potentially ban the app in the United States, as well as the skepticism and concerns raised by lawmakers during a congressional hearing. The episode also delves into the secretive efforts of a small group of lawmakers to draft a bill targeting TikTok, the implications of the recently signed law by President Biden, and the numerous obstacles and uncertainties surrounding the potential sale of the app. Additionally, it examines the potential legal challenges TikTok faces and the controversy surrounding the potential ban on the app. The podcast episode concludes by discussing a recent showdown between Columbia University and pro-Palestinian protesters.
