The U.S. ban on the popular social media app TikTok is expected to be delayed, with the deadline coinciding with the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday weekend. President-elect Donald Trump's incoming administration is actively exploring ways to extend this deadline beyond January 19. This extension is critical as Trump seeks to navigate the complexities surrounding the ban, which he originally initiated during his first term but has since adopted a more accommodating stance.
Trump's recent campaign saw a shift in his approach towards TikTok, where he promised to save the app if elected. This change in strategy is now evident as Michael Waltz, Trump's incoming national security advisor, prepares to implement measures ensuring that TikTok remains operational. An executive order is being considered by Trump to buy additional time either to negotiate a sale or find an alternative solution for keeping the app accessible to its users.
The Supreme Court is currently weighing the legality of the ban, after Trump requested a pause on the law. Meanwhile, the existing administration has opted not to intervene before the impending deadline. This decision positions the incoming Trump administration to take charge of the situation once they assume office. Biden's officials have indicated that this issue falls under Trump's jurisdiction, thus removing themselves from any direct involvement.
As the January 19 deadline approaches, users are reassured that they should not anticipate any immediate shutdown of the platform on Sunday. The intricacies of this situation suggest that any potential resolution will be addressed by Trump's incoming administration post-deadline.
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