Trump Likely to Grant TikTok a 90-Day Extension Amid Uncertainty
In a recent interview with NBC News, former President Donald Trump shared that he is "most likely" to approve a 90-day extension for TikTok to avoid an impending ban in the United States. The social media platform, owned by China's ByteDance, has faced scrutiny over national security concerns, leading to a bipartisan law requiring its sale to a non-Chinese buyer. The current deadline for compliance is set for Sunday, just before the transition to Trump's administration. Without intervention, TikTok risks going offline for millions of U.S. users.
Trump emphasized that while no final decision has been made, granting the extension is under serious consideration. He highlighted the complexity of the situation, noting that TikTok's popularity and the high stakes for data security make it a significant issue. He hinted at a potential announcement on Monday, following the extension criteria laid out in the April law. The law permits a one-time 90-day extension if progress toward a sale is evident and legal agreements are in place to facilitate the divestiture.
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TikTok, however, remains uncertain about its immediate future. It has signaled plans to "go dark" on Sunday unless clarity is provided on the legal implications for third-party service providers involved in its operations. The Biden administration, which had passed the responsibility to the incoming administration, described TikTok's announcement as a "stunt." White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre urged the platform to address concerns with the Trump administration.
The broader implications of this decision extend beyond TikTok itself. The platform has become a focal point in discussions around data privacy and China's influence over global technology. Advocates for the ban argue that ByteDance’s ties to the Chinese government could enable surveillance or propaganda. Meanwhile, TikTok users and creators have protested against the potential ban, citing its cultural impact and reach, particularly among younger audiences.
As TikTok's fate hangs in the balance, the next steps will likely shape the landscape of social media and digital security in the U.S. The world watches to see how Trump’s decision on this issue will unfold.
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