Vice President JD Vance expressed confidence that a deal to sell TikTok and keep it running in the U.S. would be in place by the April 5 deadline. Speaking aboard Air Force Two, Vance said a high-level agreement would address national security concerns and establish a distinct American-owned TikTok. President Donald Trump, who tasked Vance with brokering the deal, previously signed an executive order delaying enforcement of a ban for 75 days to allow for a sale.

President Donald Trump has appointed Vice President JD Vance to spearhead negotiations for a TikTok sale.

Despite ByteDance not publicly confirming negotiations, Vance and national security adviser Michael Waltz are working to secure a U.S.-based buyer. Trump, speaking on Air Force One, mentioned discussions with four unnamed groups and signaled openness to an extension if necessary. Vance, while withholding specifics, acknowledged that finalizing legal paperwork could push the deal beyond the deadline, noting that even smaller transactions take months to complete.

Vance remains optimistic that an extension won’t be needed but emphasized the complexity of structuring ownership, contracts, and legal documentation. He believes TikTok will continue operating in a way that protects Americans’ data privacy and national security. Meanwhile, interest in acquiring TikTok remains high. Wyoming entrepreneur Reid Rasner has offered $47.45 billion, while Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian recently joined businessman Frank McCourt’s bid.