TikTok Resumes Services in the US After Trump Pledges Executive Order [Video]

TikTok has restored access for its 170 million American users after President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to issue an executive order delaying a ban on the platform. The app, owned by China-based ByteDance, went dark on Saturday evening following the enforcement of a law citing national security concerns.

On Sunday, Trump assured users he would extend the time frame before the law’s restrictions take full effect, allowing for a potential deal to address security risks. Shortly after, TikTok began restoring services, thanking Trump in a statement for providing clarity and pledging to work toward a long-term solution.

The app’s sudden suspension came after the Supreme Court upheld a law mandating ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban. The ruling, supported by bipartisan lawmakers, emphasized concerns about data privacy and potential links to the Chinese government.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump expressed his intent to keep TikTok …