TikTok Ban Uncertain as White House Launches Official Account

The White House has launched an official TikTok account even as President Trump weighs a potential ban unless ByteDance sells the platform. The move has fueled optimism among users that TikTok may remain in the U.S. Fans quickly welcomed the first video, suggesting the administration’s stance may be shifting.

President Donald Trump has about a month to either finalize the sale of TikTok or impose a nationwide ban, but a surprising move from the White House has left fans optimistic. On Tuesday, the administration launched an official TikTok account, signaling the platform may not be going away anytime soon.

Trump has repeatedly raised concerns over TikTok’s Chinese ownership under ByteDance, citing national security risks. Earlier this year, the company was given a deadline to sell the U.S. operations, but the timeline was extended. Despite that, the administration’s decision to join the platform appears to soften fears of an immediate ban.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the account would help showcase Trump’s “historic successes” to broader audiences. She emphasized that TikTok played a major role in amplifying Trump’s campaign message, and the administration intends to build on that momentum.

The first video posted by the White House featured dramatic clips of Trump meeting supporters, accompanied by the president’s voice declaring: “I am your voice.” The short reel quickly gained thousands of likes and comments within its first hour.

The launch sparked speculation across social media that TikTok’s future in the U.S. may be safer than expected. Some users suggested the new account was proof that the administration would avoid banning the app, despite Trump’s earlier threats. Others expressed surprise at the reversal, calling it “interesting times.”

Also Read: Trump’s Reaction to Zelensky’s Outfit at White House Sparks Buzz Online

For now, TikTok users are celebrating what looks like a positive sign, though the official fate of the app still depends on upcoming decisions regarding ByteDance’s ownership.