#DinnerWithTrump

The recent surge in the Trump-themed cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, is primarily driven by a promotional event offering exclusive access to President Donald Trump. On April 24, 2025, the coin’s value increased by over 60% following an announcement that the top 220 holders of $TRUMP tokens would be invited to a private gala dinner with the president on May 22 at Trump National Golf Club in Washington, D.C. The top 25 holders are also promised a VIP reception and a special tour with the president.

This initiative is part of a broader push by Trump and his family into cryptocurrency ventures, including launching the exchange World Liberty Financial and expanding Trump Media & Technology Group’s crypto finance operations. Trump, aspiring to be America’s first “crypto president,” has relaxed crypto regulations, sparking concerns about conflicts of interest and ethics violations. 

Critics argue that the event exemplifies using presidential office for personal financial gain. The coin, initially launched before Trump’s January 20 inauguration, has generated at least $350 million in fees for entities tied to the president.

Amid previous expectations of a token collapse, the event and a 90-day delay on unlocking 40 million new tokens have rejuvenated investor interest. The event terms note Trump may not attend, but winners would receive a limited edition Trump NFT instead.

As of now, $TRUMP is trading at approximately $0.205, with an intraday high of $0.240. Analysts have mixed predictions for its future value, with some projecting it could reach $100 within 2025 if investor interest continues.