By TikTok Resumes Operations in the U.S. Following Trump’s Intervention
TikTok has resumed operations in the United States, just 12 hours after the app became inaccessible to users on Saturday night.
The platform, which boasts a user base of 170 million Americans, credits President-elect Donald Trump for facilitating its rapid return.
The restoration came with a notification to users that read: “Thanks for your patience and support. As a result of President Trump’s efforts, TikTok is back in the U.S.!”
The shutdown had left millions unable to access TikTok, with a message notifying them of a new law banning the app. In addition to TikTok, ByteDance, the platform’s parent company, saw two of its other apps, Lemon8 and CapCut, removed from the Apple and Google Play stores.
However, early Sunday, Trump made an announcement that he would issue an executive order on Monday, following his inauguration, to delay enforcement of the ban. Within hours, TikTok began restoring access, bringing relief to millions of users and allowing small businesses dependent on the app to continue thriving.
TikTok expressed gratitude toward Trump, stating: “In agreement with our service providers, TikTok is in the process of restoring service. We thank President Trump for providing the necessary clarity and assurance to our service providers that they will face no penalties for providing TikTok to over 170 million Americans.”
The company also reaffirmed its commitment to working with Trump on a long-term solution that would allow TikTok to remain operational in the U.S. amid growing national security concerns.
Meanwhile, TikTok’s CEO, Shou Chew, is scheduled to attend Trump’s “Make America Great Again Victory Rally” in Washington, DC, on Sunday evening and will also be present at Trump’s inauguration ceremony on Monday.
