Trump Cuts New Deal With China

Strong Leadership Returns as Trump Takes Charge on TikTok

President Donald J. Trump has confirmed that his administration will kick off negotiations with China next week to finalize a deal involving TikTok, the controversial Chinese-owned video app long criticized as a national security threat.

“We’ve pretty much got a deal,” President Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One Friday evening. “We’re going to start discussions on Monday or Tuesday—maybe with President Xi himself, or one of his top people. It’s just about done.”

This announcement signals a dramatic shift from the uncertainty and weakness of the Biden era, which failed to bring clarity or accountability to the TikTok situation.

Trump’s Executive Order: Putting America First

In June, President Trump issued a decisive executive order extending the deadline for TikTok to separate from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, by 90 days—pushing the deadline to September 17. This marks the third extension under Trump’s America First leadership since reclaiming the White House in January.

The order also directed the Justice Department to pause enforcement of penalties previously enacted under Biden’s administration—an administration many conservatives believe took a soft stance on China and big tech censorship.

A Deal That Benefits America—And Hits Back at China

President Trump emphasized the importance of protecting American data and interests:

“It’s good for them, but more importantly, it’s good for us. For us—it’s money. And it’s a fair deal.”

This signals a clear contrast to the Biden-era policy that sought to ban TikTok outright with little strategy and no financial gain for the U.S. taxpayer.

TikTok Sale Already Lined Up

When asked by Fox News host Maria Bartiromo who would be purchasing TikTok, Trump stayed coy:

“I’ll tell you in about two weeks,” he said, adding only that the buyers are “very, very wealthy people.”

Many believe this strategic move could reclaim billions in lost value while asserting U.S. control over a platform used by millions of Americans.

America Is Back at the Negotiating Table

President Trump reaffirmed his strong working relationship with Chinese President Xi Jinping and stressed the importance of making smart deals—not threats.

“I’ve always had a great relationship with President Xi,” Trump said. “We’re doing this the right way. No chaos, no confusion—just results.”

Bottom Line for Americans

Under President Trump, the U.S. isn’t just banning apps—it’s negotiating deals that benefit American security, American jobs, and American wallets.