In a shocking change of events, Trump administration has taken an important move that’s providing optimism to TikTok users across the globe. On the 19th of August 2025 The White House officially launched its own TikTok account and sent a clear signal that the application could last longer than we expected.
This announcement comes just a few days before another deadline crucial which could determine the fate of TikTok in America. For the millions of users who use TikTok and those who are watching from India this news is like an oasis of air.
White House Goes Live on TikTok
The White House’s entrance on TikTok isn’t your typical launch. The first video they uploaded was a short 27 seconds clip that featured the president Trump with a dramatic soundtrack on the background. The video shows President Trump’s voice is said to be “Every day I wake up determined to deliver a better life for the people all across this nation. I am your voice.”
The bio of the account boldly reads: “Welcome to the Golden Age of America”. Within an hour of posting, the post received more than 90,000 views and a plethora of likes. TikTok users soon began to comment on the video, and some saw it as a clear indication that the ban may not be a reality after all.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt explains the move in a statement, saying the Trump administration would like to reach out to “as many audiences and platforms as possible”. The press secretary also said that Trump’s message was already well-loved through TikTok during his presidential campaign and they’re eager to build upon that success.
What’s the Current Status of TikTok’s Ban?
Here’s where it gets fascinating. TikTok was meant to be banned or sold as early as January 2025. The law that required to ban the app was passed by the former president Biden in response to national security concerns regarding the app owned by China.
However, Trump has been granting TikTok additional time. The president has given 3 extensions that last for 90 days. The latest deadline is September 17th 2025 which is less than one month away.
The original law was passed with the support of the Republican as well as Democratic lawmakers and the House taking a vote of 352 votes to 65 for. Their biggest concern? that China’s government might have access to American users’ information, or make use of the app for spreading propaganda.
TikTok is operated by Chinese company ByteDance is home to around one hundred million active users within America and more than 2 billion across the globe. TikTok has always denied sharing data of users in the hands of government officials. Chinese government.
Trump’s Complete Change of Heart
What makes this story more intriguing is Trump’s total change of heart on TikTok. In 2020, during his first presidency, Trump actually tried to outlaw TikTok. Trump was the first president to advocate for this move, citing the same national security threats.
However, during the 2024 presidential election, Trump changed his tune completely. He began using TikTok himself and even acknowledged the platform for aiding him in connecting with younger voters. He even took the step of having TikTok the CEO Shou zi Chew on the estate of his Mar-a-Lago estate and inviting the CEO to the inauguration.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick made the administration’s policy clear by explaining to CNBC: “We’ve made the decision. You can’t have Chinese control and have something on 100 million American phones”. However, he also stated that a resolution was required “very soon.”
What This Means for Users Worldwide
For TikTok fans across the globe including those from India which TikTok was banned in 2021, the news has mixed emotions. It seems that the White House joining TikTok suggests that the app will not disappear anytime soon in America and could impact the way other countries perceive the app.
Many users are viewing the White House’s decision as a positive indication. A user via X (formerly Twitter): “White House rolled out a TikTok account. Something tells me the ban isn’t coming anytime soon”.
Another user wrote: “Back in my day, White House was going to ban TikTok. We live in interesting times! “
What Happens Next?
With just one month left before the deadline of September 17 All eyes are focused on what Trump will take the next day. Do you think he will extend the deadline a further time? He says the White House says they’re “working to ensure this deal is closed so that the American people can continue to use TikTok with the assurance that their data is safe and secure”.
The administration is active in finding solutions that let TikTok to continue to operate but also address security issues. Trump has repeatedly stated that he needs “China’s approval” for any agreement to be successful.
At present, TikTok remains operational in the US accessible on apps and is used by the highest level in the American government. If this latest decision by the White House will lead to an end-to-end solution or another delay is yet to be determined.
One thing is for certain that TikTok’s 170million American users as well as billions of other fans around the world are keeping an eye on what happens in the coming weeks.
