A bill that could lead to a nation-wide TikTok ban is gaining momentum. Here's what to know

TikTok once again finds itself in a precarious position. This time, it comes in the form of legislation that would ban the popular social media platform if it doesn’t break ties with ByteDance. On Thursday, a House panel unanimously approved a bipartisan bill that would require the Chinese firm to divest TikTok in order to avoid a nation-wide ban. The House is expected to vote on it next week. It’s unclear what will happen in the Senate, where several bills aimed at banning TikTok have stalled. In a remark to reporters at Joint Base Andrews on Friday, President Joe Biden said “If they pass it, I’ll sign it.” Here’s what you need to know about TikTok's latest political troubles.