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3 theories to explain Trump's TikTok flip-flop

Business Insider · 8m

Former US President Donald Trump has changed his stance on TikTok, now saying that the app should be allowed in the US. This is a reversal from his previous position in 2020 when he expressed a desire to ban the app due to concerns over user privacy. Speculation has arisen suggesting that Trump's change of heart may be linked to his recent meeting with billionaire investor Jeff Yass, who is an investor in TikTok's parent company. The Trump administration had been inconsistent in its approach to TikTok, with various proposals ranging from banning it outright to forcing a sale to a US company. President Joe Biden has also shown contradictory positions on TikTok, supporting legislation to force a sale while simultaneously using the platform for his 2024 presidential campaign. TikTok's recent campaign against a potential ban has faced criticism for potentially backfiring and mobilizing users against the app.