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Trump's TikTok Order: American Control Amid Security Fears

9/27/2025

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Administration officials briefed lawmakers on a new TikTok ownership structure to remove Chinese spyware.
President Trump signed an executive order granting majority control of TikTok to American investors amid security concerns.
Algorithm will be a modified version of ByteDance's original, raising skepticism about immunity from Chinese espionage.
lawmakers warn ByteDance's 20% stake could yield China profits, up to 50% earnings.

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Story summary

Administration officials briefed lawmakers on a new TikTok ownership structure to remove Chinese spyware.
President Trump signed an executive order granting majority control of TikTok to American investors amid security concerns.
Algorithm will be a modified version of ByteDance's original, raising skepticism about immunity from Chinese espionage.
lawmakers warn ByteDance's 20% stake could yield China profits, up to 50% earnings.