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Donald Trump Calls to Save TikTok After US Ban on January 19, 2025, May Grant 90-Day Reprieve

Jan 19, 2025, 01:08 PM

Donald Trump, the US President-elect, has called for the preservation of TikTok after the app stopped functioning for users across the United States on January 19, 2025. In a Truth Social post at 07:03 AM EST, Trump declared 'SAVE TIKTOK!' following the platform's shutdown, which occurred ahead of a law requiring its ban. TikTok users attempting to access the app are met with a notice referencing the ban and expressing hope for a resolution. Trump, who previously advocated for banning TikTok in 2020, has now positioned himself as a potential savior of the platform. Reports suggest that Trump has indicated he may grant TikTok a 90-day reprieve from the ban after taking office on Monday.