President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order today (Thursday), declaring that the White House-brokered deal to sell TikTok’s US operations will comply with requirements under a 2024 law.

This legislation, originally passed over concerns about data security, calls for TikTok’s divestiture from its Chinese parent company ByteDance to ensure the protection of American users’ personal information.

TikTok, with its community of 170 million users in the United States, has become not just a platform for entertainment but also a vital space for connection, creativity, and expression.

President Trump, who himself has more than 15 million followers on the app, credited the platform with amplifying voices and even supporting his re-election campaign.

The administration has been working to transition TikTok’s American assets into US hands, aligning American investors like Lachlan Murdoch, Larry Ellison, and Michael Dell to ensure compliance with the law and safeguard user data.

The decision reflects a balancing act — addressing national security concerns while preserving a platform that millions rely on daily for storytelling, small business growth, cultural exchange, and social connectivity.

By extending deadlines and pursuing a deal, the White House seeks not only to protect data privacy but also to ensure that the millions of young creators and entrepreneurs who depend on TikTok are not silenced.