President-elect Donald Trump is seeking a delay in the TikTok ban law until after his inauguration by appealing to the Supreme Court. Trump’s attorney, D. John Sauer, emphasized the importance of finding a solution through political channels before implementing any bans.
The law mandating the ban or sale of TikTok is scheduled to come into effect on January 19, 2025, just one day before Trump’s inauguration. The brief argues that this timing is unfavorable and suggests that the incoming president should be given more time to negotiate with TikTok. TikTok’s legal team has also expressed concerns about this deadline and requested a postponement of the ban. Additionally, Trump’s track record in dealmaking and his new social media platform Truth Social are highlighted in the brief.
“President Trump possesses unparalleled dealmaking skills, a strong electoral mandate, and the determination needed to reach an agreement that safeguards both TikTok and national security concerns,”
2024-12-27 18:57:04
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