President Trump posts message from TikTok CEO citing Trump's 425 billion TikTok views

For some context, President Trump had attempted to ban TikTok in the United States, but later reversed those attempts, citing a “warm spot” he had for the company.

Published: July 5, 2026 2:30pm

President Donald Trump posted a message on Truth Social Sunday from Shou Chew, CEO of TikTok. 

The message reads, “Attached are the latest numbers of the President on TikTok. All time views of #Trump TikToks are now at 425 billion. Also, 1 billion new views across UFC 250, Trump's Iran Peace Deal and “Happy Birthday, Mr. President" TikToks in just 48 hours!
Wishing the President a belated happy birthday!”

For some context, President Trump had attempted to ban TikTok in the United States, but later reversed those attempts, citing a “warm spot” he had for the company. Trump credited the TikTok app with helping him win over young voters in the 2024 presidential election.

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