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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 6 MIN

Why Trump Decided to "Save" TikTok From a US Ban

from The Empire Report with Guy Christensen · host Guy Christensen

Trump didn’t just suddenly become a defender of free speech. He backed off banning TikTok because billionaire GOP megadonor Jeff Yass, who holds a massive stake in TikTok’s parent company, told him to. Yass, a co-founder of Susquehanna International Group, has poured millions into pro-Trump PACs.Now his portfolio’s being protected from the inside. Always follow the money.As always, you guys are the only sponsors I have.Pleasesubscribe for free to receive my future messages — and consider upgrading to paid to support my work. Get full access to Guy Christensen at www.yourfavoriteguy.com/subscribe

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