TikTok CEO Seeks Musk's Counsel on Incoming Trump Administration

TikTok Seeks Insight from Elon Musk Amid U.S. Challenges #

In recent weeks, TikTok’s chief executive reached out to Elon Musk for insight about the U.S., recognizing him as both the owner of a rival social-media platform and a close confidant of President-elect Trump. As TikTok faces the prospect of a ban in the U.S. due to national security concerns, its executives see Musk as a potentially valuable conduit to the incoming administration. This move indicates TikTok’s strategic efforts to navigate complex political dynamics during a critical juncture for the company.