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TikTok signs a deal to spin off its U.S. operation

According to an internal company memo obtained by NPR, the Chinese-owned company has signed a deal to form a new  joint venture to run the app in the U.S.

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John Ruwitch is a correspondent with NPR's international desk. He covers Chinese affairs.
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