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Another significant topic of discussion concerns Trump’s shifting stance on TikTok, a platform previously criticized for allegedly compromising user privacy and security. The president remarked on the potential of a deal that would involve a joint venture with TikTok's ownership. He suggested that, depending on the negotiations, the company might be worth substantially more if an agreement were to be made. Trump indicated that he believed the U.S. should claim a substantial share of any resulting profitable venture. The apparent flip-flopping on TikTok illustrates the contentious debate over technology and foreign influence in American lives.