TL;DR
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve, derived from confiscated assets, is valued between $15 and $20 billion.
The administration will halt further Bitcoin sales and continue maintaining gold as a store of value.
This move highlights growing institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies in the United States and reflects ongoing steps toward integrating digital assets into national financial planning.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent disclosed that the Trump administration’s Bitcoin reserve is currently valued between $15 and $20 billion. He clarified that no additional purchases will be made to expand the reserve; instead, it will rely solely on previously confiscated crypto assets. The Trump’s administration also intends to halt any future sales of its Bitcoin holdings.
Bessent also emphasized that gold will remain a key component of the nation’s store of value strategy, maintaining stability alongside the growing digital reserve. During an interview on Fox Business’ “Mornings with Maria,” the Treasury Secretary highlighted the strategic role of Bitcoin in diversifying U.S. financial assets. He also mentioned that the administration is exploring ways to improve transparency and reporting regarding crypto reserves, aiming to boost investor confidence.
Earlier this year, President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve and broader digital asset stockpile. Current estimates suggest the U.S. holds 198,022 BTC, according to BitcoinTreasuries, making this one of the largest government-controlled crypto reserves worldwide.
Institutional Adoption And Legislative Support Accelerate
The current administration’s approach signals increasing acceptance of cryptocurrencies at the institutional level. This aligns with rising demand for crypto ETFs, corporate crypto treasury strategies, and broader digital asset investment products. Bitcoin recently reached a new all-time high above $124,000, further reinforcing its growing legitimacy as an asset class.
In addition to crypto policies, the government has passed the GENIUS Act, with the CLARITY and Anti-CBDC Acts still under development. Bessent also noted that there are no plans to reassess gold reserves, and decisions regarding Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae share sales remain under consideration. Interest rate adjustments will likely be incremental, starting at 25 basis points, without a drastic reduction to 1.5%. Analysts see these steps as part of a longer-term strategy to balance innovation with financial security.
With these measures, the U.S. continues to balance traditional financial safeguards with emerging digital strategies, positioning Bitcoin and other digital assets as core components of national wealth management, while encouraging private sector participation and fostering a more robust and modern financial ecosystem.
