Tucker Carlson was on White House list of potential TikTok investors - FT

Tucker Carlson was on White House list of potential TikTok investors - FT

In a recent development, Tucker Carlson, the prominent conservative media personality, has been identified as a potential investor in TikTok's U.S. operations, according to a report from the Financial Times. This revelation comes amidst ongoing negotiations to sell TikTok's U.S. operations due to national security concerns raised by the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA) [1].

The White House has reportedly been considering a list of potential investors to take over TikTok's U.S. operations, with Carlson being one of the notable names. Carlson's inclusion on this list underscores the growing interest from various quarters in acquiring or influencing the social media platform's future in the United States.

The TikTok ban deadline is currently set for June 19, 2025. Several groups have expressed interest in acquiring TikTok's U.S. operations, including Perplexity AI, Frank McCourt's consortium, Jesse Tinsley's group, Microsoft, Steve Mnuchin & Rumble, and even the possibility of the U.S. government taking a 50% stake in TikTok [2].

The inclusion of Carlson on the list of potential investors adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing negotiations. Carlson's involvement could potentially influence the direction of TikTok's U.S. operations, particularly given his significant influence in conservative media circles. However, it remains to be seen how this development will impact the overall negotiations and the future of TikTok in the United States.

References:
[1] https://www.ft.com/content/b649cb3d-9156-4e0c-9e6f-7458b670e97b
[2] https://www.yahoo.com/news/trump-reportedly-extend-tiktok-ban-142911299.html