Young Americans are praising Trump for this new move.
President Donald J. Trump has once again stepped up to protect American businesses, national security, and digital freedom—this time with a powerful executive order delaying the TikTok ban.
On Thursday, President Trump signed an executive order giving ByteDance—TikTok’s Chinese parent company—a critical 90-day extension to sell its U.S. operations. The new deadline is now set for September 17, 2025.
“I’ve just signed the Executive Order extending the Deadline for the TikTok closing for 90 days (September 17, 2025). Thank you for your attention to this matter!” Trump announced on Truth Social, attaching a screenshot of the signed order.
⚖️ Why It Matters
- TikTok faces a federal ban unless ByteDance sells the platform to a U.S.-approved buyer.
- Over 170 million Americans use TikTok, including 7.5 million small businesses that depend on it to reach customers.
- President Trump’s action preserves free enterprise, protects American data from China, and shows true leadership in the digital age.
🇺🇸 Strong, Pro-Business Leadership
In a statement following the order, TikTok acknowledged the president’s leadership:
“We are grateful for President Trump’s support in helping TikTok remain available to the American people and businesses. We are continuing to work closely with Vice President J.D. Vance’s office.”
The order also instructs the Department of Justice not to pursue legal penalties during this 90-day grace period—showing Trump’s continued commitment to protecting American innovation, not punishing it.
🗣️ White House Press Secretary Speaks Out
Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s Press Secretary, emphasized that the president “does not want TikTok to go dark.” She confirmed this extension gives time to:
- Finalize a secure U.S. deal
- Ensure user data is protected
- Maintain platform access for American small businesses
“This extension will last 90 days, which the Administration will use to ensure that the final agreement secures American data and protects national security,” Leavitt said.
✈️ Trump: Leading with Strength on the World Stage
Earlier this week, Trump hinted at the move while aboard Air Force One returning from the G7 summit in Canada:
“Probably, yeah,” he said when asked about another extension.
“Probably have to get China approval, but I think we’ll get it. I think President Xi will ultimately approve it.”
🔁 Third Extension—And Still Fighting for America First
This marks President Trump’s third executive order on TikTok since returning to the White House in January 2025. His approach stands in sharp contrast to the indecisive actions of the Biden administration.
- The original divest-or-ban law was passed under Joe Biden.
- The Supreme Court upheld the law on January 19—just one day before Trump’s second inauguration.
- Hours after taking office, Trump reactivated TikTok, issuing his first extension and standing up for American tech users and small business owners.
🧾 Summary Timeline:
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jan 19, 2025 | Supreme Court upholds divest-or-ban law |
| Jan 20, 2025 | Trump inaugurated, reactivates TikTok |
| Jan 21, 2025 | First extension: 75 days |
| April 2025 | Second extension: 75 days |
| June 2025 | Third extension signed: +90 days (new deadline: Sept 17) |
🔐 Protecting American Data from China
This bold executive order is about more than just an app. It’s about:
- Keeping American user data safe
- Ending China’s influence in U.S. tech
- Empowering small businesses
- Defending digital freedom
✅ Key Takeaways for American Patriots:
- Trump takes action while others hesitate.
- TikTok remains online thanks to Trump’s leadership.
- American data stays protected, and small businesses thrive.
- The fight to hold China accountable continues.
👉 President Trump Delivers Again
At a time when global threats are growing and economic freedom is under attack, President Trump has once again proven that decisive leadership makes all the difference.
He’s fighting for your privacy, your business, and your freedom.