US President Donald Trump has extended the deadline for TikTok’s sale to September 17, 2025, granting ByteDance, the app’s Chinese parent company, an additional 90 days to find a non-Chinese buyer. This marks the third extension, following previous deadlines in January, April, and June.
Reasons Behind the Extension:
- The White House aims to ensure TikTok remains operational while a sale is finalized to protect American user data.
- Trump believes Chinese President Xi Jinping will approve a deal allowing TikTok to continue operating in the US.
- The administration wants to spend the next three months making sure the sale closes and protects US consumers’ data.³ ⁴
Reactions and Implications:
- Democratic senators have criticized the extensions, arguing Trump lacks the legal authority to delay the deadline.
- The proposed deal may not meet legal standards, raising concerns about national security.
- TikTok will continue to operate in the US for the next 90 days, pending the sale.
Key Dates:
- Current Deadline: June 19, 2025 (extended to September 17, 2025)
- New Deadline: September 17, 2025
- Number of Extensions: Three 90-day extensions.