Trump Declares TikTok's Return Amid Ban Resolution Efforts

On January 19, 2025, TikTok faced a temporary shutdown in the United States due to a law requiring ByteDance, its Chinese parent company, to divest U.S. operations. The move, intended to address national security concerns, led to the app's removal from app stores and a nationwide halt in service.

President-elect Donald Trump responded with plans to issue an executive order granting ByteDance a 90-day extension to comply. Speaking at a rally in Washington, D.C., Trump declared, "TikTok is back," signaling the app's restoration. Shortly after, TikTok services resumed in the U.S., and the company expressed optimism about resolving the situation.

Negotiations between ByteDance and U.S. authorities are ongoing to address data privacy and compliance issues. Updates are expected as discussions progress.