Trump Emphasizes Significance of Cryptocurrencies, Strives to Keep Them Out of Chinese Control
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US President Donald Trump has declared his support for cryptocurrency, voicing a desire for the US to lead in the digital asset sector through competition with China. Trump shared his thoughts during an interview with Kristen Welker on NBC News' Meet the Press, stating, "I'm all about crypto. I think it's important because, if we don't do it, China's gonna." He added, "It's new, it's popular, it's hot."
Trump vs. Biden: A Crypto Clash
CBS News' Jennifer Jacobs reported that Trump aims to keep crypto "out of China's grasp." She mentioned that the President had warned the US risks losing control of the digital asset space, highlighting similarities between the industry and China's dominance of AI and other sectors.
Trump also took a swipe at former President Joe Biden's administration for their hostility towards the crypto industry. Prior to Trump's return to the White House, several crypto firms were engaged in legal disputes with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) under the leadership of anti-crypto Chair Gary Gensler. However, since Trump’s presidency, the SEC has withdrawn several high-profile cases against crypto firms.
Trump and His Meme Coin Silver Tongue
During the CBS interview, Trump was asked to address accusations of profiting from his meme coin Presdident Trump Meme Coin (TRUMP) through its launch. Trump denied any profit motives, stating, "I'm not profiting from anything." Later, Welker asked if Trump had any financial ties to the cryptocurrency, to which he responded, "I haven't even looked."
Analysts at the Financial Times previously reported that parties linked to Trump's meme coin made over $300 million from selling their holdings. The token's creators have also netted approximately $36 million in fees. CIC Digital LLC, an affiliate of the Trump Organization, and Fight Fight Fight LLC, co-owned by CIC Digital, collectively control 80% of the meme coin's billion-asset supply.
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- Trump's stance on cryptocurrency has evolved drastically from being unsupportive to becoming a crypto champion. He has actively supported digital assets and easing regulations through various initiatives [1][3].
- Key Trump administration policies include the launch of a crypto firm with his sons, initiatives to promote Bitcoin, and a more market-friendly approach by engaging industry leaders [2][3][4].
- The Trump administration's dissolution of the National Cryptocurrency Enforcement Team (NCET) signaled a shift from heavy enforcement towards more permissive oversight [4].
- The SEC under the Trump administration has taken steps like withdrawing a lawsuit against Coinbase, reflecting a more lenient regulatory environment [4].
- Trump's policies are part of a broader strategy to challenge China's growing influence in the global digital economy [5].
Technology plays a significant role in President Trump's crypto initiatives, as he aims to keep it "out of China's grasp" and promote a more market-friendly approach by engaging industry leaders. Trump's meme coin, President Trump Meme Coin (TRUMP), is also a testament to the president's interest in harnessing technology for crypto innovation.
