Trump Grants Another 90-Day Extension for TikTok Sale Amid Ongoing Negotiations
Trump prolongs TikTok purchase deadline by an additional 90 days - Trump grants TikTok extra 90 days for sale negotiation
Hey there! Let's chat about the latest bid for TikTok, the trending video app that has captured the attention of millions, especially the younger demographic.
Donald Trump, in his final throws as president, has prolonged the sale deadline of TikTok, yet again. Initially, a law mandating ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, to sell the platform came into force early last year amid allegations of data spying for Beijing's benefit.
Leavitt, Trump's spokesperson, explained the extension as a means to create a safer and more secure environment for TikTok users in the U.S., as the sale progresses. This isn't the first time Trump has given TikTok a reprieve. He initially delayed the ban of the app from U.S. app stores by 75 days, then extended it for another 75 days in early April. The latest extension marks the third time the deadline has been pushed back, as of June 2025.
During his first term, Trump fiercely advocated for a ban or sale of TikTok. However, his approach seems to have changed, as he now sees the potential of the app as a tool to court young voters during his 2024 presidential campaign. Trump has even expressed his fondness for TikTok, describing it as "a little, warm place" in his heart, in a recent interview with NBC News.
Several potential buyers are reportedly interested in acquiring TikTok, and Trump anticipates a deal to go through before the deadline. But, the urge to drive a hard bargain remains, as Trump hinted at the possibility of easing tariffs on Chinese goods if Beijing agrees to the sale.
It's worth noting that a 2024 law signed by President Joe Biden, now in effect, essentially bans TikTok in the U.S. unless ByteDance sells the app to a U.S.-based entity before January of the same year. Failure to do so would result in the removal of the app from U.S. app stores like Apple and Google, making it unavailable for download or updates.
Stay tuned, as we continue to monitor the progress of TikTok's sale!
- The United States President, Donald Trump, has granted another 90-day extension for the sale of TikTok, which is currently under ongoing negotiations, amidst allegations of data spying and concerns about national security.
- As the United States President, Donald Trump has been advocating for a change in his approach towards TikTok, viewing it as a potential tool for courting young voters during his 2024 presidential campaign, despite initial calls for a ban or sale.
