Trump Suggests Keeping TikTok Operational in U.S. for a Little While Amid National Security Concerns; Billions of Views Cited

Dec 23, 2024, 07:01 AM

President-elect Donald Trump has expressed a preference for allowing TikTok to continue operating in the United States, suggesting it could remain 'for a little while.' During a speech in Phoenix, Arizona, Trump highlighted his campaign's success on the platform, claiming to have received billions of views. This statement marks a notable shift from his previous criticism of the Chinese-owned app. Trump's comments come amidst ongoing national security concerns regarding TikTok, which is facing a potential ban in the U.S. The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments over the TikTok ban on January 10, 2025, just days before Trump takes office on January 20, 2025.