Why a TikTok ban could finally become a reality

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Spooks are not known for their appreciation of memes, nor are influencer stars such as Charli D’Amelio, no matter how many followers they have. If a Chinese company wanted to buy a Facebook, or a Twitter, or even a Nine or Seven, it would never be allowed, with good reason. In a bitterly partisan Congress, antipathy to China is a rare unifying force, so there’s a political imperative too (but no guarantee the bill will pass; Republicans have previously scuppered legislation they support on Donald Trump’s instructions). What could go wrong: The United States is a free-speech country. Banning an...