The White House has outlined the specifics of a potential deal designed to address national security concerns surrounding TikTok's connections to China. The proposal aims to mitigate risks without an outright ban of the widely used social media platform.
The central element of the agreement is a plan to restructure the company's governance. The current operational structure has raised fears that the Chinese government could access data from American users.
To counter this, the deal mandates the creation of a new, seven-member board of directors. A White House official confirmed that this board would be heavily dominated by American appointees, holding six of the seven seats.
This arrangement is intended to sever the operational ties between TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ensuring that the platform's U.S. operations are managed independently and securely.
By placing control in the hands of a U.S.-majority board, the administration hopes to create a firewall that protects user data and content moderation from foreign influence, striking a balance between security and allowing the app to continue its operations.