https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/aug/07/donald-trump-tiktok-executive-order-explainer > The move requires TikTok and WeChat to find new owners or shut down, but it may not be that simple > On Thursday, Donald Trump issued two executive orders aimed at banning TikTok and WeChat, saying the US must take “aggressive action” against the China-based social media platforms in the interest of national security.