U.S. to Act on Chinese Software Beyond TikTok

The transcript discusses the potential ban of TikTok in the US, highlighting President Trump's involvement and the role of Microsoft in attempting to acquire TikTok's US operations. It explores internal White House dynamics, with different factions vying for influence over the decision. Several Republican senators support Microsoft's acquisition, viewing it as beneficial. The transcript also touches on China's response and the broader implications for US-China relations, including trade and the coronavirus pandemic.

What was President Trump's initial action regarding TikTok over the weekend?

• He approved Microsoft's acquisition of TikTok.

• He suggested a ban could happen on Saturday.

• He decided to take no action against TikTok.

• He announced a complete ban on TikTok.

Which group within the Trump administration was against the free trade element regarding TikTok?

• The economic advisors

• The environmentalists

• The healthcare advisors

• The China Hawks

Which Republican senator is mentioned as a supporter of Microsoft's acquisition of TikTok's US operations?

• Bernie Sanders

• Marco Rubio

• Elizabeth Warren

• Nancy Pelosi

What alternative to a sale to Microsoft did ByteDance reportedly prefer?

• A spin-off of TikTok

• An expansion into Europe

• A merger with a US company

• A complete shutdown of TikTok

How did the Chinese state media respond to the US actions against TikTok?

• They supported the US decision.

• They remained neutral.

• They called for a boycott of US products.

• They criticized the Trump administration for hypocrisy.