As tensions mount surrounding TikTok’s ownership and its ties to China, discussions at the highest levels of the U.S. government are intensifying. Senator Tom Cotton, a prominent Republican voice, has expressed concerns about the application and its implications for national security.

Upcoming Oval Office Meeting on TikTok

On Wednesday, President Trump is expected to meet with key administration members to review the latest proposal concerning TikTok. This proposal, which is still being finalized, may include bids from major investors such as Blackstone and Oracle.

Attendees at the meeting will include:

• Vice President JD Vance
• Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick
• National Security Adviser Mike Waltz
• Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard

The decision to approve the deal remains uncertain and will ultimately rest with President Trump.

Deadlines and Developments

The pressure on TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, continues to escalate as the Trump administration has mandated that they sell their stake in the app by April 5, 2023, to avoid potential bans in the U.S. Although lawmakers had previously set a deadline of January 19 for a sale, President Trump granted a 75-day extension.

Recently, Trump noted the significant interest in TikTok, stating, “We have a lot of potential buyers. There’s a lot of interest in TikTok. The decision is going to be my decision.” He reiterated his desire for the app to remain operational in the U.S., adding that there is “a lot of enthusiasm for TikTok.”