President-elect Donald Trump recently announced at a rally in Washington D.C. that TikTok has resumed operations in the United States after temporarily shutting down in anticipation of a ban. Trump revealed his plans to issue an executive order to postpone the enforcement of the divest-or-ban law, which led to TikTok's return for U.S. users.
Following Trump's announcement, TikTok's app and webpage became accessible to American users, with the platform acknowledging the President's efforts by thanking users for their patience and support. The notification displayed to users stated, 'Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!'
During his rally, Trump expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, highlighting the significance of winning over the youth vote through TikTok. He emphasized the platform's popularity among young users and stressed the necessity of preserving it, stating, 'I said we need to save TikTok because we’re talking about a tremendous — who in this audience goes with TikTok? Many? Yeah, it’s very popular. And frankly, we have no choice, we have to save it.'
Trump's remarks at the Capitol One Arena underscored his support for TikTok and his recognition of its importance in engaging with younger demographics. The President's decision to delay the ban on TikTok reflects a strategic move to appeal to a broader audience and secure a foothold in the social media landscape.
