- TikTok was inaccessible to U.S. users late Saturday, displaying a message about a legal ban.
- The app’s message cited a law banning TikTok in the United States.
- President-elect Donald Trump indicated he may grant TikTok a 90-day extension upon taking office.
TikTok Faces Temporary Ban in the U.S.
On Saturday night, TikTok users in the United States were unable to access the platform, encountering a message stating: “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now.” The notification attributed the outage to the enactment of a U.S. law banning the app.
TikTok assured users that President-elect Donald Trump has expressed willingness to explore solutions for reinstating the app. Trump is expected to decide on a 90-day extension when he assumes office on Monday.
Future of TikTok in the U.S.
TikTok’s uncertain status highlights ongoing tensions surrounding data privacy and national security concerns. The app’s fate will likely hinge on upcoming negotiations with the Trump administration, signaling potential regulatory shifts for tech platforms in the U.S.
