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Despite this abrupt shutdown, TikTok made a swift comeback the next day, thanks to a newfound presidential optimism courtesy of Donald Trump. In a rather ironic twist, Trump reassured TikTok that its service providers would not face penalties for continuing to offer the app. This, however, contrasts sharply with the promises made by Republican leaders like Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, who have pledged to enforce the ban strictly and possibly take legal action against service providers.