In a significant policy shift, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on January 20, 2025, postponing the enforcement of a ban on the popular video-sharing app TikTok for 75 days. This decision comes in the wake of national security concerns surrounding the app due to its Chinese ownership. The delay offers a temporary reprieve for TikTok’s extensive user base in the United States and opens the door for potential negotiations regarding the app’s operations.
