US EditionTikTok Shop Cuts More US Jobs as Trump’s Ban Deadline Looms
- TikTok has directed its U.S. e-commerce staff to work remotely amid a challenging regulatory environment, which has raised fears of layoffs.
- Mu Qing, the new head of TikTok Shop's U.S. operations, announced that operational changes would begin on May 21, affecting U.S. operations and global key accounts teams.
- Employees reported layoffs starting from May 21, with some raising concerns about potential discrimination against pregnant workers.
- In 2025, the U.S. tech industry has seen over 53,000 job cuts, with TikTok Shop being affected as it adapts to economic pressures.
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