In a recent NBC interview, U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the growing buzz around the meme coin bearing his name — $TRUMP — and made a surprising claim: he didn’t make a single dollar from it.
When asked about the coin’s rise in value, especially after news broke about a dinner invitation for the top holder, $TRUMP
replied:
“I have no idea how much it went up.”
He added that he hasn’t tracked the price and emphasized he had no financial gain from the coin’s launch.
Critics have raised concerns over the ethical implications of a sitting president potentially profiting from crypto, but $TRUMP pushed back, saying:
“I don’t make a profit from anything. I made my money before the presidency. In fact, being president has cost me financially.”
He continued:
“Crypto is important — if we don’t take the lead, countries like China will. This is a space the market wants. It's innovative, popular, and has shown strength even in a tough market.”
When questioned further about potential earnings, Trump said:
“I’ve never looked. When markets rise, anyone can profit if they’re involved. But the real profits go to career politicians like Nancy Pelosi. I’m doing something maybe only George Washington did before me.”
A Quick Look at TRUMP Coin:
Launched: January 18
Early Peak: $77
Current Price: ~$11 (down ~85% from ATH)
Whether you support or question it, Trump’s comments have sparked renewed debate about the intersection of crypto, politics, and influence.
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