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These repeated extensions undermine congressional authority and national security by allowing a Chinese-controlled app to continue operating despite bipartisan concerns. The law was clear about divestiture requirements, yet Trump continues to move the goalposts while China manipulates negotiations. This sets a dangerous precedent for foreign influence operations.
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