TikTok Isn't Done: Service to Resume Operations in the U.S. After Trump Delays Ban

TikTok announced it will resume operations in the U.S. following Donald Trump’s decision to delay the platform’s ban.

Jan 20, 2025 - 17:48
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TikTok Isn't Done: Service to Resume Operations in the U.S. After Trump Delays Ban
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TikTok’s Statement

The company expressed its support for the decision:

"This is a decisive stand for the First Amendment and against arbitrary censorship. We will work with President Trump on a long-term solution to keep TikTok in the United States."


Context

  1. Threat of a Ban.
    TikTok previously faced the threat of a full ban in the U.S., allegedly over concerns about spying on users. The Supreme Court approved the ban, and the platform was expected to shut down on January 19.

  2. Trump’s Role.
    After Trump’s inauguration as the 47th president, the decision to enforce the ban fell to his administration. Instead of implementing it, Trump announced plans to seek a compromise to keep TikTok operational in the U.S.

  3. Much Ado About Nothing?
    For years, TikTok has symbolized the clash between national security concerns and free speech. Yet, no concrete evidence of threats has ever been presented.


Reactions

  • User Support.
    The news of TikTok’s continued availability was warmly welcomed by Gen Z and millennials, for whom the platform is a central part of digital life.
  • Political Debates.
    Trump’s decision sparked questions: Was the initial ban merely a PR move to later present himself as the hero?

Conclusion

TikTok is back in the U.S., and Trump cements his image as a "savior." However, discussions on censorship, politics, and technology are far from over.

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