The popular social media app TikTok is requesting a pause on a law that would require it to be sold or face a ban in the United States by mid-January. The company is hoping to buy time for either the Supreme Court or the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump to intervene and save the app.
This move comes after the Trump administration issued an executive order earlier this year, citing national security concerns due to TikTok’s Chinese ownership by ByteDance. The company has been in negotiations with potential buyers, including Oracle and Walmart, to address these concerns and keep the app operational in the US.
TikTok has argued that the ban would cause irreparable harm to its business and violate its First Amendment rights. The company has also pointed out the impact the ban would have on its millions of users and the content creators who rely on the platform for their livelihoods.
By requesting a pause on the law, TikTok is seeking a temporary reprieve to allow for further legal challenges or negotiations with the US government. The company is hopeful that a resolution can be reached that will allow it to continue operating in the US without having to be sold.
As the deadline for the ban looms, TikTok remains optimistic that a solution can be found to ensure its future in the US market. The company is working diligently to address the concerns raised by the government and is committed to finding a path forward that will satisfy all parties involved.
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