Let’s get real—TikTok might actually be on its way out in the U.S.
Here’s the deal: TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, has until January 19, 2025, to sell TikTok or face a nationwide ban. This stems from a law signed by President Biden aimed at protecting national security by reducing foreign control over U.S. apps.
TikTok has been fighting this in court, claiming there’s no real evidence of a threat, but so far, they’re losing the battle. The appeals court just upheld the law, and their request for a delay until the Supreme Court steps in was denied.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. President Biden could extend this deadline by 90 days if ByteDance is showing effort to comply, but as of now, there’s no sign he’s riding in to save the day.
To make things even more chaotic, the deadline falls right before President-elect Trump’s inauguration—and Trump has hinted he’d block the ban if he could.
So what’s next? If ByteDance doesn’t sell TikTok in time, say goodbye to scrolling, duets, and viral dances in the U.S. The future of TikTok now hangs on legal appeals, potential presidential intervention, or a last-minute deal from ByteDance.
Many people think TikTok is just a fun app, cranking out trends like hotcakes, but for some of us, it’s been so much more. For me, it became a space of connection, learning, and healing. I found incredible teachers there—people who taught me the basics of the craft when I was just trying to make sense of my pain. I never imagined it would grow into what it has today.
TikTok is a gem, a platform that’s played a massive role in the mass awakening of the 2020-2024 wave of the enlightened ones. We found each other, shared our stories, and intertwined our knowledge. Together, we created something powerful—look at us now, leading, teaching, and inspiring.
I hope this app can stay, because for some of us, it’s about so much more than dances and trends. It’s a tool for transformation, a bridge to community, and a reminder that even in a chaotic world, we’re not alone.
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