Trump needs ‘time to review’ SCOTUS decision to uphold TikTok ban

President-elect Donald Trump has announced that he will need time to review the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a federal law banning TikTok unless it divests from its Chinese parent company before Jan. 19. This decision comes just a day before Trump is set to be sworn in as the new president.
In a statement posted to Truth Social, Trump emphasized the need for everyone to respect the high court’s ruling. He stated, “The Supreme Court decision was expected, and everyone must respect it. My decision on TikTok will be made in the not too distant future, but I must have time to review the situation. Stay tuned!”
Moments before this statement, Trump reportedly told a small group of journalists that the law banning TikTok ultimately falls under his jurisdiction, indicating that he will make the final decision on the matter once he assumes office. He acknowledged that Congress had given him the authority to make the decision and that he would exercise that power.
The Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the bipartisan divestiture law, which was passed last April with broad bipartisan support, was based on national security concerns regarding TikTok’s data collection practices and its relationship with a foreign adversary. The court emphasized the importance of addressing these concerns through divestiture, despite TikTok’s popularity among over 170 million Americans as a platform for expression and engagement.
Trump has been seeking to delay the enforcement of the law, with his attorneys filing a brief with the Supreme Court requesting a postponement of any decision until after his inauguration on Jan. 20. However, lawmakers, including Sen. Mitch McConnell, have argued that the Jan. 19 deadline for divestiture was intentionally set by Congress to avoid political uncertainty and ensure the law’s implementation under an administration supportive of its goals.
As this story continues to develop, it is important to stay updated for any new developments. Breanne Deppisch, a politics reporter for Fox News Digital covering the 2024 election and national news, will provide further updates on this breaking news story.