In a plot twist straight out of a political drama, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is reportedly heading to Donald Trump’s inauguration this week—just as the app faces a U.S. ban that could impact millions. 🚨 The New York Times says Chew will sit in a VIP section usually reserved for former presidents and dignitaries. Talk about front-row seats to history!
Why the drama? TikTok’s U.S. operations hang in the balance: If the Supreme Court or Biden’s administration doesn’t block a controversial law by January 19, the app could vanish for its 170 million American users. 📉 Content creators, small businesses, and dance enthusiasts are all on edge—some even fear losing their livelihoods.
Meanwhile, Trump—who tried to ban TikTok during his first term—is now rumored to be drafting an executive order to 'save' it. 🤔 Could this be a tech-fueled détente? Or just another twist in the U.S.-China tech cold war?
One thing’s clear: Whether through a last-minute sale to a U.S. buyer (parent company ByteDance is in talks) or a White House Hail Mary, TikTok’s fate will shape how we scroll, create, and connect in 2025. 🔮
