Trump Delays TikTok Ban, Requires U.S. Ownership

The future of TikTok in the United States is uncertain as a potential ban looms, despite the bipartisan support for legislation requiring its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, to divest. After the Supreme Court upheld the law, President-elect Donald Trump indicated he would likely sign an executive order extending TikTok's operation for 90 days, a significant shift from his previous stance as a staunch critic of the app. This reversal is seen as a move to leverage TikTok's popularity to engage younger voters in his campaign. Meanwhile, lawmakers from both parties are backing away from enforcing the ban, citing a desire to facilitate a sale to a U.S. entity and preserve jobs for creators on the platform. The political landscape surrounding TikTok has shifted, with leaders now expressing reluctance to implement a ban that once had unanimous support. As the deadline approaches, the outcome remains uncertain, hinging on negotiations between the U.S. government and ByteDance.