Trump says Murdochs and Dell could potentially take part in U.S.-China TikTok deal
Summary
President Donald Trump mentioned that billionaires Rupert Murdoch, his son Lachlan Murdoch, and Michael Dell might be involved in a deal for the U.S. to control TikTok. Trump also stated that Larry Ellison from Oracle is part of the group negotiating to keep TikTok operating in the U.S. The potential deal aims to resolve concerns about TikTok's data security and ownership.Key Facts
- Trump suggested Rupert Murdoch, Lachlan Murdoch, and Michael Dell might join a TikTok deal.
- The deal involves ensuring TikTok operates under U.S. control to address data security concerns.
- Oracle's Larry Ellison is already known to be part of the negotiation group.
- Oracle would handle TikTok’s data and security, with Americans controlling most board seats.
- TikTok is currently owned by the Chinese company ByteDance.
- The U.S. and China have until December 16 to finalize deal details.
- TikTok has faced potential bans due to worries about Chinese government influence.
- Trump has used executive orders to keep TikTok operating while a deal is sought.
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