#TrumpBitcoinEmpire The Trump meme coin was launched on January 17, 2025, three days before Trump was inaugurated as president of the United States. The lack of a public announcement initially led to concerns that the cryptocurrency was a scam and might have no association to the president-elect.[5] Several hours later, Trump announced $TRUMP on his X and Truth social accounts.[6] The meme coin website described it as the "only official Trump meme".[7][8] Its logo is a cartoon image of Trump raising his fist after surviving the attempted assassination in July 2024.[9] A disclaimer said that the coin was "not intended to be, or the subject of" an investment opportunity or a security and was "not political and has nothing to do with" any political campaign, political office or government agency.[8] The terms of the offering prohibit coin buyers from joining any class-action lawsuits against the project and assert indemnity against any claims.[10] Trump promoted the coin on the night of its ICO while a "Crypto Ball" was underway.[11]

After its launch, its price soared by over 300%