Trump Extends TikTok Sale Deadline Amid Bipartisan Backlash

President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese parent company, to sell its U.S. operations by an additional 90 days, delaying the enforcement of a bipartisan law mandating the app's ban unless sold to an American firm. This marks the third time Trump has postponed the ban, a move that has sparked sharp criticism from prominent conservative voices who argue the extension is illegal and exceeds presidential authority. The decision contradicts a 2024 law overwhelmingly passed by Congress and signed by President Biden, which identified TikTok as a national security threat. Some Republican senators have expressed frustration, urging enforcement of the law, while others have voiced cautious support for negotiation efforts. Trump has cited the potential political benefits of TikTok and ongoing negotiations, though no sale has materialized due to the difficulty in obtaining Chinese approval. The delay has raised concerns about executive overreach and national security, with critics warning that continued postponement undermines legislative authority and public trust.