Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross provided a public statement on the drastic decision, saying, “Today’s actions prove once again that President Trump will do everything in his power to guarantee our national security and protect Americans from the threats of the Chinese Communist Party.” Ross provided more clarity on the upcoming change during an appearance on Fox & Friends on Friday. “The only real change as of Sunday night will be [TikTok users] won’t have access to improved apps, updated apps, upgraded apps or maintenance,” he said, per CNN.
Naturally, many of app’s millions of users will likely wonder what that means for them, as they’ve already downloaded the app. Others may wonder how much time they have to download the app before it’s too late.
In response to the sudden news, TikTok provided a statement relaying the company’s disappointment with this decision. The statement reads, “Our community of 100 million US users love TikTok because it’s a home for entertainment, self-expression, and connection. and we’re committed to protecting their privacy and safety as we continue working to bring joy to families and meaningful careers to those who create on our platform.”