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#us-lawmakers

US lawmakers are seeking to sanction the International Criminal Court over its prosecutor's decision to seek arrest warrants against Israeli officials. [ more ]

Lawmakers demand Israel provide assurances on human rights in Gaza, threatening U.S. weapons transfers if aid is impeded. [ more ]

US lawmakers approved fresh assistance to Taiwan, enhancing its military capabilities amidst China's opposition. [ more ]

US lawmakers passed a bill to potentially ban TikTok unless it severs ties with China. TikTok is popular in the US with 150 million users.

China warns that a ban on TikTok could have consequences for the US and the international trade order. [ more ]

China condemns U.S. lawmakers' push to force ByteDance to sell TikTok.

TikTok ban bill in the House reflects ongoing concerns over Chinese influence and data security. [ more ]

Lawmakers secretly passed a bill forcing TikTok's sale to sever ties with its Chinese owner, impacting 170 million users in the US. [ more ]

Bipartisan bill passed in House to potentially force ByteDance to sell TikTok or face a ban in the U.S.

Challenges remain in the Senate with varying opinions on banning TikTok, including concerns about data security. [ more ]

TikTok ban bill passed House with 352 votes

Finding alternative platforms for TikTok users may not be easy [ more ]

TikTok faces potential US ban for national security concerns

US lawmakers push for ByteDance to divest TikTok within six months [ more ]

Lawmakers passed a bill to potentially ban TikTok in the U.S.

Bipartisan bill moves to Senate amid concerns of national security. [ more ]

TikTok faces potential ban in the US due to national security concerns.

US intelligence chiefs warn about TikTok being a tool of the Chinese government. [ more ]

David Cameron is holding talks with Donald Trump to discuss Ukraine aid and Nato's future.

Cameron urges US lawmakers to approve urgent assistance for Ukraine amidst opposition from some members. [ more ]

Cameron urges U.S. lawmakers to approve aid for Ukraine, highlighting the importance of Western security.

A $95 billion aid package for Ukraine facing delays in Congress due to differing views among conservatives and Republicans. [ more ]

US lawmakers have introduced alternative legislation to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act without requiring a warrant for US law enforcement agencies to access electronic communications.

Section 702 allows US intelligence agencies to monitor communications involving foreigners but can also be used to access the private communications of US citizens and green-card holders in certain circumstances.

The legislation introduced by Senator Mark Warner and others includes some safeguards for US person queries under Section 702, but has been criticized for not going far enough to protect privacy. [ more ]

Lawmakers are being warned not to derail a debate on US surveillance programs.

Civil rights and grassroots organizations oppose extending the surveillance program.

The National Defense Authorization Act will direct the US military's spending priorities. [ more ]