Mon Mar 31 04:28:31 UTC 2025: ## Trump Confident TikTok Deal Will Be Reached Before Deadline
**Washington D.C.** – President Trump expressed confidence on Sunday that a deal will be reached before Saturday’s deadline to sell TikTok’s US operations to a non-Chinese buyer. This follows weeks of intense negotiations aimed at averting a US ban on the popular video-sharing app, citing national security concerns.
Trump stated that there is “tremendous interest” in acquiring TikTok and that he wants to see the app remain operational in the US. Reports suggest a plan is coalescing around major non-Chinese investors in ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, increasing their stake and taking over US operations.
The President’s willingness to use tariffs as leverage in negotiations with China underscores the administration’s commitment to securing a deal. He hinted at potentially reducing tariffs on Chinese goods to facilitate the agreement, acknowledging China’s crucial role in approving any sale. China’s commerce ministry responded with a statement emphasizing its consistent position on tariffs and a desire for mutually beneficial relations with the US.
The April 5th deadline stems from a 2024 law expressing concerns about ByteDance’s Chinese ownership and the potential for the app to be used for influence operations or data collection on American users. Trump previously extended a January deadline and has indicated a further extension could be possible if necessary. The White House’s unprecedented involvement in the negotiations has drawn considerable attention. The future of TikTok, used by an estimated 170 million Americans, remains a key focus for the administration.
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