Trump Bans TikTok in the USA!
US President-elect Donald Trump has made a significant announcement regarding the ban on TikTok in the United States. He stated that he plans to sign a decree on Monday to delay the TikTok ban, but with the condition that half of the company should be owned by Americans. This decision was shared by Trump on the social media platform Truth Social.
Trump urged companies to not let TikTok “remain in the dark” and emphasized the importance of protecting national security. He mentioned that the decree will allow for more time to negotiate a deal that ensures the safety of the country.
Furthermore, Trump highlighted that companies supporting TikTok to prevent the ban will not face any legal consequences. He also expressed the US government’s desire to have a 50 percent ownership stake in a joint venture related to TikTok.
In a separate statement, Elon Musk, the owner of the social media platform X, voiced his opposition to the TikTok ban. Musk pointed out the imbalance in allowing TikTok to operate in the US while X is not permitted in China. He emphasized the need for a change in this situation.
Meanwhile, the Chinese social networking app TikTok has been officially banned in the USA as per the law requiring its sale to an American company. Users attempting to access TikTok are greeted with a notification stating that the app is no longer available due to the ban.
The US Supreme Court has approved the enforcement of the law that would ban TikTok in the US if it is not sold to an American entity. Trump’s efforts to address this issue and negotiate a solution have been ongoing.
As discussions continue regarding the fate of TikTok, it remains to be seen how the ownership structure of the company will evolve and what impact this decision will have on the social media landscape. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
