Former President Donald Trump, who previously attempted to ban TikTok, has joined the popular social media platform, quickly amassing nearly two million followers.

Trump’s First TikTok Video Goes Viral

On Saturday night, Trump debuted on TikTok with a video from an Ultimate Fighting Championship event in New Jersey. The video, featuring UFC CEO Dana White and Trump himself, has already hit over 33 million views.

Campaign Strategy and Youth Outreach

Trump’s campaign aims to connect with a younger audience through TikTok, leveraging the platform for pro-Trump and anti-Biden content. This marks a significant shift from Trump’s earlier stance when he signed an executive order in 2020 to ban the app, citing national security concerns.

Ongoing Legal and Legislative Battles

Despite his newfound presence on TikTok, the platform faces legal challenges. In April, a bill signed by President Biden could potentially ban TikTok unless its parent company, ByteDance, sells it to an American entity. TikTok is currently suing to block this legislation.

TikTok’s National Security Debate

Federal agencies warn that TikTok could share Americans’ data with the Chinese government, a claim TikTok denies. Trump’s recent statements acknowledge the platform’s popularity among young users while criticizing Facebook as a bigger threat.

Comparing Campaigns: Trump vs. Biden on TikTok

While Trump’s TikTok account flourishes, President Biden’s campaign presence on the app remains modest, with significantly fewer followers. Unlike Trump, Biden does not have a personal TikTok account.