TikTok’s future in the U.S. remains uncertain as former President Trump signals a possible extension of the June 19 divestment deadline. Here’s what users need to know.

TikTok’s U.S. Deadline May Be Extended: What’s Happening?

In a major update affecting millions of users, former President Donald Trump has announced a potential extension of the June 19, 2025 deadline for ByteDance to divest its ownership of TikTok in the United States. This development comes amid growing concerns about data privacy, national security, and foreign influence in the tech space.

Why Is TikTok Under Pressure in the U.S.?

The pressure on TikTok stems from its ownership by Chinese tech company ByteDance. U.S. lawmakers from both parties have raised concerns that American user data could be accessed by the Chinese government a claim that ByteDance denies.

In response to these concerns, legislation was passed that would require ByteDance to sell TikTok’s U.S. operations to an American company or face a nationwide ban.

How Many People Use TikTok in the U.S.?

As of 2025, over 170 million Americans actively use TikTok. The app is particularly popular among teens and young adults, and it’s a critical platform for influencers, small businesses, and brands that rely on short-form video content.

What Does the Extension Mean?

Trump’s openness to an extension provides ByteDance more time to:

• Negotiate a sale with interested U.S.-based buyers.

• Avoid disruption to the platform’s U.S. operations.

• Appease regulators on both sides of the Pacific.

However, any final sale would still need approval from:

• The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS)

• Chinese regulatory bodies, which have previously restricted the export of recommendation algorithms.

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What’s Next for TikTok and Its Users?

The situation is still unfolding. If ByteDance fails to secure a deal, TikTok could be banned in the U.S., leading to:

• Loss of access for millions of users

• Disruption for content creators and advertisers

• A ripple effect on other foreign-owned tech platforms

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