Michael Saylor, the Ultimate Bitcoin Advocate
At CPAC, Michael Saylor made another bold statement: "The U.S. government should own 20% of Bitcoin’s supply!" Why? He claims it would strengthen the U.S. economy and help solve the national debt problem.
Why 20%?
According to Saylor, Bitcoin is a unique asset with no central issuer and cannot be manipulated. In simple terms, no one can print more Bitcoin at will. He argues that if the U.S. government buys 4 to 6 million BTC, it could boost the value of the dollar and stabilize national finances.
How Much Bitcoin Does the U.S. Currently Hold?
The U.S. government isn’t completely out of the game—it already holds around 198,109 BTC (worth about $19 billion), making it the largest Bitcoin-holding government agency in the world. But Saylor insists that’s not enough: "The U.S. needs to buy more and use it as a strategic reserve asset!"
What About Saylor’s Company, MicroStrategy?
Saylor’s company, MicroStrategy, recently announced plans to issue $2 billion in bonds. And what’s that money for? More Bitcoin, of course. At this point, Saylor and Bitcoin are practically synonymous.
Final Thoughts
Will the U.S. actually buy 20% of Bitcoin? Realistically, it’s unlikely—but Saylor’s vision reflects a growing trend of institutional Bitcoin adoption. It’ll be interesting to see how the U.S. government’s Bitcoin strategy evolves in the coming years.
