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Dec 17, 2024

RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard return to the Hill to meet with senators

ABC News - RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard return to the Hill to meet with senators

President-elect Trump's cabinet nominees, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard, are actively engaging with Senators to secure confirmation. Kennedy faces skepticism due to his controversial views on vaccines and abortion. Some Senators find him refreshing, while others remain critical. His confirmation remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Trump is meeting with tech CEOs, including TikTok's CEO, to mend previously adversarial relationships. This comes as tech companies like Meta and Amazon make significant donations to Trump's inauguration. Trump has shifted his stance on TikTok, previously attempting to ban it, but now credits it for helping him gain youth support. However, a federal ban on TikTok is imminent unless it is sold from its Chinese parent company, with bipartisan support for the ban. TikTok hopes for Supreme Court intervention to prevent the ban.

Key Points:

  • RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard are lobbying Senators for confirmation amid controversies.
  • Kennedy's views on vaccines and abortion are key issues for Senators.
  • Trump is meeting with tech CEOs to improve relations, including TikTok's CEO.
  • Trump credits TikTok for helping him gain youth support, despite a looming ban.
  • A federal ban on TikTok is set for January 19th unless sold from its Chinese parent.
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