Trump says Lachlan Murdoch and Rupert Murdoch are likely part of TikTok buyer group
Share this @internewscast.com

President Trump, in an interview aired on Sunday, mentioned that media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his son, Lachlan, could be among the interested buyers for TikTok.

During his appearance on the inaugural episode of Fox News’s “The Sunday Briefing,” Trump explained to Peter Doocy that the Murdochs, along with Oracle’s Larry Ellison and Michael Dell, the head of Dell Technologies, were part of a group looking to acquire TikTok to ensure its continued operation in the United States.

“You know, they’re very well-known people. And Larry Ellison is one of them. He’s involved. He’s a great guy. Michael Dell is involved,” Trump said.

“I hate to tell you this, but a man named Lachlan is involved,” Trump said, referring to Lachlan Murdoch, whose family owns Fox News.

“Rupert is likely to be involved. I anticipate they’ll be part of it,” Trump stated. “There are a few others. Outstanding individuals, well-known figures. They are also true American patriots. They hold this nation dear. I believe they will handle things exceptionally well.”

On Friday, following a discussion with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Trump announced that an agreement had been reached to allow TikTok to continue its U.S. operations after a period of uncertainty brought on by impending legislation in 2024.

However, the Trump administration has not provided many details about the agreement. The Chinese government seemed less assured about the progress of negotiations on Friday, indicating the president agreed to support achieving a “suitable deal on TikTok.”

Overwhelming bipartisan support was shown for a 2024 bill that demands ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company based in China, to sell its interests in the app or face a ban on U.S. platforms and marketplaces. Despite the absence of divestment, Trump has approved multiple extensions to keep the app accessible to Americans.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Saturday on Fox News that the deal, which still needs to be signed, means the app will be “majority-owned by Americans in the United States.” The app’s algorithm “will also be controlled by America as well,” Leavitt said.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

Prosecutors Pursue Life Sentence for Man Charged in Johnson County Deputy Shooting

JOHNSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A man on trial for shooting and…

Hope Florida in the Spotlight: Understanding Grand Jury Proceedings and Subpoenas

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — Concerns are growing about Hope Florida and its…

Free Mammogram Screenings in Illinois: Early Detection Can Save Lives for Eligible Women

ILLINOIS (WCIA) — On Monday, WCIA 3 turned pink in support of…

STC Introduces Scholarship Honoring Dedicated Advocate

SAVANNAH, Ga. — Southeastern Technical College (STC) officials have introduced a new…

Zohran Mamdani Appeals to Jewish New Yorkers

Faith plays a vital role in the everyday lives of millions of…

Countries Gather to Discuss Regulations for Advancing Eco-Friendly Shipping Practices

The world’s leading maritime nations are assembling in London on Tuesday to…

Georgetown Home Engulfed in Flames Over the Weekend

GEORGETOWN, Ill. (WCIA) — No one is hurt after a Georgetown house…

Kristi Noem Confirms Coast Guard Members Will Receive Payments Despite Government Shutdown

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Monday evening that even though the…

Israeli Hostages Released After Two Years and Reversal of Certain Layoffs: Morning Summary

In today’s update: Israeli hostages freed after being held by Hamas for…

Fierce Nor’easter Strikes East Coast as Alaska Faces Typhoon Aftermath

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site…

JPMorgan plans to invest up to $10 billion in American companies that are vital to national security.

JPMorgan Chase will directly invest up to $10 billion in U.S. companies…

How Immigration Crackdowns Transformed Quiet Broadview into a Turbulent, Militarized Hub

Prior to recent events, Broadview, a village with a population of just…