TikTok is reportedly undergoing changes in its executive team, with Erich Andersen, the US-based general counsel responsible for addressing national security concerns about the app's connections to China, expected to step down from his role. Andersen has led discussions with the US government over several years to demonstrate TikTok's efforts in safeguarding US users' data and content from Chinese influence. Despite these efforts, TikTok has faced challenges in persuading a government panel and lawmakers in Washington of its security measures.

The recent approval of a bill by the US House, requiring TikTok's sale by its Chinese parent company or facing a ban in the US, underscores the urgency of addressing these concerns. While Andersen's departure from his current role is anticipated, he remains with the company for the time being. Andersen's responsibilities have already been scaled back in recent months, and he ceased overseeing US government relations in January 2023. While TikTok's spokesperson denies plans for Andersen's removal, a report suggests Andersen has communicated his decision to step down as general counsel.