Americas TikTok Resumes Service in the U.S. as Trump Delays Ban Deadline

TikTok is back in the U.S. after Trump extended the deadline for the company to secure a U.S. buyer. Despite the Supreme Court's decision to allow a potential ban, TikTok resumed service, though new downloads are still unavailable. Trump hints at U.S. ownership as a possible solution.

TikTok has resumed operations in the United States after former President Donald Trump announced an extension to the deadline for the company to secure a U.S. buyer. This move comes following the Supreme Court’s green light to proceed with a potential TikTok ban. On Saturday, the app shut down access, leaving users in the U.S. without service.

However, by Sunday, TikTok was accessible again, with the company thanking Trump for his intervention. The app displayed a message saying, "Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump's efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!" Despite the app’s return, it remains unavailable for new downloads on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. New users will still be unable to install the app until further developments.

Trump also hinted at a potential solution involving U.S. ownership of the app, suggesting that the U.S. could hold a 50% stake, with another buyer acquiring the remaining portion. While TikTok’s service has resumed for existing users, the company must still secure a U.S. purchaser by the extended deadline to avoid facing another ban.

The reaction from Americans has been mixed, with some supporting Trump's decision to delay the potential shutdown, while others are skeptical about the long-term implications of foreign ownership in U.S. companies. The situation remains fluid as TikTok navigates the evolving political and legal landscape.