President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to reverse the TikTok ban upon taking office, temporarily halting a federal law requiring the app’s sale by its Chinese parent, ByteDance. Following his announcement, the app resumed operations, garnering praise from TikTok and its 170 million U.S. users.
Trump’s decision marks a shift from his earlier efforts to ban TikTok, aligning instead with his pro-tech platform. Critics question the legality of his executive order, which conflicts with a bipartisan law upheld by the Supreme Court. Trump proposed a U.S.-controlled joint venture to oversee TikTok, though details remain unclear.
Previously, Trump joined TikTok to engage younger voters, crediting it for his campaign success. His actions highlight his evolving stance on tech, including closer ties with industry leaders like Elon Musk and Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg.
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