TikTok Restored in the U.S. Following Brief Shutdown Following Trump’s Pledge to Save It
U.S. President-elect Trump Intervenes, Temporarily Reinstating the Popular App
TikTok, the social media platform beloved by millions in the United States, made a sudden comeback just hours after shutting down on Saturday night. The app’s return has been attributed to President-elect Donald Trump’s intervention, providing temporary relief to its 170 million American users.
On Sunday, TikTok notified users of its restoration with a message stating: “Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!” The unexpected reinstatement followed a brief outage that left users unable to access the platform, fueling concerns over its future.
Late Saturday, TikTok users attempting to log in were met with a message declaring the app offline due to a newly enforced law banning its operations in the United States. The ban also impacted ByteDance-owned platforms like Lemon8 and CapCut, rendering them unavailable on major app stores.
TikTok’s notification to users expressed regret: “A law banning TikTok has been enacted in the U.S. Unfortunately, that means you can’t use TikTok for now. Please stay tuned.”
The shutdown stemmed from national security concerns tied to ByteDance, TikTok’s China-based parent company. However, early Sunday brought a surprising development as President Trump announced plans to delay enforcement of the ban through an executive order.
In a Truth Social post, Trump revealed his intention to extend the ban’s effective date to allow ByteDance more time to negotiate a solution. He emphasized that technology partners, such as Apple and Google, would face no penalties for supporting TikTok during this period.
“In agreement with our service providers, TikTok is in the process of restoring service,” the company announced in a statement. “We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance, enabling over 7 million small businesses to thrive once again.”
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