"TikTok Faces Mounting Pressure in Washington Amid Ban Threat"

House Republicans have added a bill to a foreign aid package that could lead to a nationwide TikTok ban, aiming to force a quick Senate vote on the measure. The bill sets a nine-month deadline for TikTok's Chinese parent company to sell the social media platform, with a possible 90-day extension. Some senators have expressed concerns about the original six-month deadline and are seeking a slower approach. Meanwhile, some policymakers advocate for a national privacy law to regulate how businesses handle Americans' personal information.