US House Clears $95B Aid Bill with Ukraine Military Fund, TikTok Clampdown

April 22, 2024
US House Clears $95B Aid Bill with Ukraine Military Fund, TikTok Clampdown
  • The US House of Representatives approved a $95 billion foreign aid package in a rare weekend session.

  • $61 billion of the package is earmarked for military aid to Ukraine, with additional support designated for Israel.

  • The package addresses the regulation of TikTok, threatening a potential US ban unless ByteDance divests its ownership.

  • ByteDance is resisting the sale of TikTok and is preparing to challenge the legislation in court.

  • The legislation could set a precedent affecting apps from any country deemed a foreign adversary by the US.

  • President Biden has committed to signing the aid package and is expected to provide further military support to Ukraine.

  • A Russian individual has been penalized for criticizing the Ukraine invasion, highlighting the global reach of the conflict's repercussions.

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