The White House is setting the stage for direct talks with China, with President Trump stating that a TikTok deal is “pretty much” in place. These discussions, slated for early next week, aim to finalize the sale of the app’s US operations and address national security concerns.
Trump’s latest extension of the divestiture deadline to September 17 provides ByteDance with additional time to secure an American buyer. This move marks the third time the administration has delayed the app’s potential ban, reflecting the intricate nature of the negotiations.
Previous efforts to divest TikTok’s US assets encountered resistance from China, particularly after the imposition of new tariffs. This highlights the intertwined economic and geopolitical factors influencing the app’s future.
While expressing confidence in his relationship with President Xi, Trump acknowledged the need for China’s approval and the inherent uncertainty in securing it. Meanwhile, Senator Mark Warner has critiqued the administration’s approach, arguing that executive orders are being used to circumvent established law.
White House Eyes TikTok Resolution: Trump Confident in Pending Deal
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