U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he would "probably" extend TikTok's (BDNCE) deadline to avert a looming ban on the short video content platform, which is used by nearly half of America's population.

TikTok could have one or a few new owners, be banned again, or simply receive another reprieve to continue operating in the U.S. Questions about the fate of the popular app has continued to linger since a law requiring its

Key Takeaways Unless a deal is reached, the TikTok ban is set to take effect on April 5. Donald Trump has said he is open to extending the deadline. The President told reporters “China is going to play a role.