🔴📢🚨 Crypto & Politics Update – May 23, 2025 🚨
🔥 Trump's Crypto Gala Sparks Controversy
President Donald Trump hosted an exclusive dinner at his Virginia golf club for the top 220 holders of his meme cryptocurrency, $TRUMP . These investors collectively spent approximately $148 million on the coin to secure their seats at the event.
💬 Political Backlash Intensifies
The event has drawn criticism from lawmakers and ethics watchdogs, who accuse Trump of leveraging his presidential position for personal financial gain. Representative Maxine Waters introduced the “Stop TRUMP in Crypto Act of 2025,” aiming to prohibit sitting elected officials and their immediate families from owning, promoting, or engaging in cryptocurrency businesses.
📉 Market Reaction
Following the gala, the $TRUMP token experienced a sharp decline, dropping significantly amid the controversy and rising political scrutiny.
Stay tuned for more updates as the intersection of cryptocurrency and politics continues to evolve.