Application Of Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act To TikTok

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an order delaying the enforcement of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, which targets TikTok and other apps linked to its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, due to national security concerns. The order postpones any legal action for 75 days to allow the administration to evaluate the situation and seek a resolution that balances national security with the interests of the 170 million Americans using TikTok. This move underscores potential legal and political challenges, as it halts immediate enforcement and prevents states or private parties from taking independent actions, reinforcing the executive branch's sole authority over the matter.