The popular app TikTok is on the brink of being banned in the U.S. unless its parent company, ByteDance, divests ownership. A federal appeals court upheld the law, but TikTok and ByteDance may still appeal to the Supreme Court. With the ban set to take effect on January 19, the clock is ticking on potential negotiations.
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Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election could potentially offer a reprieve for the app.
Although his previous attempt to ban TikTok during his first term in 2020 was unsuccessful, Trump stated during his 2024 campaign that he would oppose implementing a TikTok ban if elected.
The feasibility of a TikTok ban taking effect on January 19, 2025, remains uncertain. While the federal appeals court decision upholding the law represents a significant legal hurdle for TikTok and its parent company ByteDance, the possibility of an appeal to the Supreme Court could delay or overturn the decision. Additionally, political dynamics, including the stance of the incoming administration and public opinion, could influence the outcome. With ongoing negotiations and legal proceedings, the fate of TikTok in the U.S. is likely to remain a contentious issue up to, and possibly beyond, the proposed ban date.