Trump's Tariffs Complicate TikTok Deal Amid Trade Tensions

President Trump has indicated that a deal regarding TikTok remains possible despite escalating trade tensions with China, as he granted a second 75-day extension for TikTok's compliance with U.S. divestiture laws. Reports suggest that a deal had been close, involving a structure where American investors would own the majority of TikTok's U.S. operations, but negotiations have stalled following Trump's recent increases in tariffs on Chinese goods to 125%. Beijing's withdrawal of support for the deal appears to be a strategic move, as experts note that they are leveraging the situation to maintain control over TikTok. Analysts have indicated that the trade war has complicated negotiations, with Trump’s tariffs potentially giving China greater bargaining power. The situation remains fluid, with the TikTok deal now on indefinite hold as both sides navigate the complexities of their ongoing economic conflict.