Donald Trump asks Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban to enable ‘political solution’

Published On Dec 27, 2024, 6:30 PM

Donald Trump has requested the US Supreme Court to postpone a legislative deadline that would force the sale or ban of TikTok, allowing for a potential resolution under his incoming presidency. As per a new bill, TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, must divest the app by January 19, 2025, or face a ban due to national security concerns. Trump claims he is uniquely positioned to negotiate a solution that addresses these concerns while allowing TikTok to operate in the US. This request is part of a broader legal struggle regarding the app, in which the Supreme Court is scheduled to begin hearings soon.