US President-elect Donald Trump is expected to intervene to prevent the impending TikTok ban before this weekend, according to incoming national security adviser Congressman Mike Waltz. The ban, scheduled to take effect on Sunday if not sold by January 19, is being challenged by both the Trump and Biden administrations. ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, plans to deactivate the app for its 170 million US users by then. Waltz stated, "We will put measures in place to keep TikTok from going dark," emphasizing the possibility of a 90-day extension to facilitate a sale. He also mentioned the potential for President Trump to issue an executive order to stall the ban. Despite uncertainties regarding the legality of such actions against Congress-passed legislation, efforts are underway to find a solution keeping the app accessible. The New York Times reported that Trump has invited TikTok's CEO to his upcoming inauguration, possibly signaling a diplomatic approach. Both President Trump and President Biden have exhibited shifting positions on TikTok, with ongoing discussions surrounding its future in US markets.