Donald Trump, in a recent interview, stated that he would consider delaying the ban on TikTok past the June 19th deadline if there was progress towards a deal that satisfied his concerns about national security. He emphasized the importance of data security and ensuring that American user data is protected from potential access by the Chinese government. However, he also acknowledged the popularity of the app and the potential impact of a ban on its users.

This Reuters article reports that former President Donald Trump is considering extending the deadline for ByteDance to divest TikTok's US assets. Here's a breakdown of the key points: * **Potential Extension:** Trump said he would extend the June 19 deadline if no deal is reached. * **Reason for Extension:** He expressed a positive view of TikTok, claiming it helped him connect with young voters in the 2024 election. * **Previous Delays:** This would be the third time the enforcement of a ban on TikTok has been delayed. * **Stalled Deal:** A deal to spin off TikTok's US operations into a US-owned firm was put on hold after China indicated it wouldn't approve it, following Trump's tariff announcements. * **Legal Concerns:** Democratic senators are questioning Trump's authority to extend the deadline and arguing that the proposed deal may not meet legal requirements.

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