President Trump’s youngest son, Barron Trump, is reportedly being evaluated for a senior leadership position at TikTok amid the platform’s shift to American ownership. The development comes after the former president signed an executive order to secure TikTok’s future in the United States, following prolonged negotiations with domestic investors.
Barron, 19, has been credited with aiding his father’s efforts to engage younger voters during the 2024 campaign. Jake Advent, a former White House social media director, suggested Barron could join TikTok’s board to maintain the app’s appeal to its core demographic. Advent emphasized that young users dominate TikTok’s audience and expressed hope the platform would incorporate youthful perspectives.
TikTok, currently owned by Chinese company ByteDance, is undergoing a transition to American management under the executive order. The plan involves U.S. investors acquiring majority control and operating the platform domestically with a seven-member board. Advent praised the deal as a victory for TikTok’s user base but urged inclusion of young Americans on the board.
Barron has not yet responded to the potential role, though his parents have highlighted his role in connecting Trump to younger audiences. The former president recently shared a viral video from the Oval Office on TikTok, declaring, “To all those young people of TikTok, I saved TikTok, so you owe me big.”
The proposed arrangement remains under discussion, with details yet to be finalized.