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TikTok Begins Restoration in the U.S. Amid Trump's Pledge to Revive Access

TikTok began restoring its services in the United States on Sunday following President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement that he would revive the app’s access upon his return to power on Monday. Trump, speaking at a rally ahead of his inauguration, emphasized the importance of saving the short-video platform, stating, “Frankly, we have no choice. We have to save it.”


Restoration Underway

TikTok users in the U.S. reported limited access to the platform over the weekend. While the app itself remained unavailable for download on U.S. app stores, its website and some basic services began coming back online. In a statement, TikTok attributed this progress to agreements with service providers and thanked Trump for offering clarity and assurances that providers would not face penalties for supporting the app’s restoration.

“As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.,” the company said in a message to its users.

Background of the Ban

TikTok ceased operations in the U.S. on Saturday night after a law banning the app on national security grounds took effect. U.S. officials had raised concerns about potential misuse of American data by TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, a Chinese-owned entity. Trump, however, has committed to extending the ban’s implementation period to facilitate negotiations that would address security concerns.

The president-elect has proposed a joint venture structure, suggesting that the United States take a 50% ownership stake in a new entity to ensure data security. In a post on Truth Social, Trump reiterated that his executive order would protect companies involved in keeping TikTok operational and hinted at a potential 90-day reprieve for the app.

Political and Economic Ramifications

The move to restore TikTok has sparked debate within Trump’s Republican Party. Senators Tom Cotton and Pete Ricketts issued a joint statement emphasizing the need for ByteDance to sever ties with the Chinese government in accordance with U.S. law.

Despite the controversy, Trump has expressed a change in tone toward TikTok compared to his earlier administration, now crediting the platform for helping him connect with younger voters during the 2024 election.

Meanwhile, other ByteDance-owned apps, including CapCut and Lemon8, also remain offline in the U.S., with Apple and Google yet to comment on the situation.

Global and Industry Reactions

The ban on TikTok, a first for a major social media platform in the U.S., has drawn criticism from China. The Chinese Embassy in Washington condemned the ban, accusing the U.S. of using state power to suppress TikTok. “China will take all necessary measures to safeguard its legitimate rights and interests,” a spokesperson stated.

Industry stakeholders have been scrambling to adapt. Marketing firms heavily reliant on TikTok have initiated contingency plans, while U.S. search engine startup Perplexity AI reportedly submitted a bid to merge with TikTok’s U.S. operations to form a new entity.

Looking Ahead

The TikTok saga underscores broader tensions in U.S.-China relations and raises questions about governance, national security, and global technology policy. As TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew plans to attend Trump’s inauguration and rally, the platform’s future in the U.S. remains uncertain, though Trump’s intervention offers a glimmer of hope for its 170 million American users and the 7 million small businesses that depend on it.

Whether the truce between TikTok and U.S. authorities will hold depends on forthcoming negotiations and the ability to strike a deal that satisfies all stakeholders while addressing critical security concerns.

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