TikTok's fortunes hang in the balance and former TikTok CEO Shou Chew. I am planning to attend the President-elect. Donald Trump's Taking the oath of office. Monday's edition of The New York Times reported. The executive was Mark Zuckerberg at the dais, where former presidents and important guests traditionally sit. Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk will join forces.
Trump started calls to ban the app during his first term, but took a different approach during his 2024 campaign and vowed to save the app if elected. Trump discussed content about himself on TikTok and how his campaign was doing well, saying he was able to reach younger users through the platform.
Chew's upcoming appearance at the inauguration and Trump's embrace of the app come as the prospect of TikTok's shutdown in the U.S. on Sunday looms.
The Supreme Court expected to rule. On January 19, Trump announced legislation that could effectively ban TikTok in the US in the coming days. asked the court. The law has been on hold for the past few weeks.