TikTok Sale Deadline Extended: Trump & White House Update
- Washington — President Donald Trump is giving China's ByteDance another 90 days to sell off TikTok's U.S.
- The move provides ByteDance, the parent company of the popular short video app TikTok, additional time to navigate the complex process.
- white House press secretary Karoline Leavitt saeid Tuesday that Trump will sign an executive order to keep TikTok operational.
Trump delays the TikTok sale deadline, granting ByteDance an additional 90 days to resolve the app’s future in the U.S. The extension, pushing the new deadline to mid-September, reflects ongoing negotiations amidst national security concerns and the TikTok role in the market. This marks the third reprieve for ByteDance, highlighting the complex hurdles the company faces. White House action suggests further developments are imminent. News Directory 3 is covering the latest updates. Will ByteDance secure a deal, or will restrictions loom? Discover what’s next as the situation unfolds.
Trump Extends TikTok Deadline: ByteDance Given 90 More Days
Updated june 17,2025
Washington — President Donald Trump is giving China’s ByteDance another 90 days to sell off TikTok’s U.S. assets. This extension moves the deadline to mid-september, despite a law demanding a sale or shutdown if notable progress isn’t made.
The move provides ByteDance, the parent company of the popular short video app TikTok, additional time to navigate the complex process. The TikTok role in the U.S. market has been under scrutiny due to national security concerns.
white House press secretary Karoline Leavitt saeid Tuesday that Trump will sign an executive order to keep TikTok operational. Trump had already twice delayed enforcement of the congressional mandate, initially set to take effect in January.
What’s next
The coming months will be critical as ByteDance seeks to finalize a deal or face potential restrictions on TikTok’s operations in the United States. The extension underscores the ongoing negotiations and the complexities surrounding the app’s future.
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