U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday delaying a potential TikTok ban by 75 days, just hours after his inauguration. The move buys time for negotiations amid demands for the U.S. government to own a stake in TikTok’s operations and threats of tariffs on China.
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew attended Trump’s swearing-in ceremony, sparking speculation about backdoor deals. However, no confirmed talks between Chew and Trump were reported. Meanwhile, China’s Foreign Ministry urged companies to make 'independent decisions,' pushing back against geopolitical pressure.
TikTok’s Rollercoaster Weekend
The app faced a brief shutdown over the weekend before Trump’s eleventh-hour intervention. While services are back online for 170 million U.S. users, TikTok remains unavailable on app stores—leaving its future hanging by a thread.
Legal experts question Trump’s authority to override a law backed by Congress, President Biden, and the Supreme Court. The order also directs tech giants like Apple and Google to avoid penalties for supporting TikTok… but will they comply?
With ByteDance silent and tensions simmering, one thing’s clear: The #TikTokSaga is far from over. Stay tuned for updates!
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