Trump confirms private dinner for $TRUMP coin holders, sparking renewed debate in crypto community and political circles
Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he will host a private dinner for the first 220 holders of his official memecoin TRUMP on May 22 at the Trump National Golf Club in Washington. The top 25 holders will enjoy VIP treatment, including a potential White House visit opportunity, but all participants must undergo KYC verification.
This event once again highlights the deep ties between the Trump family and the crypto industry. The World Liberty Financial stablecoin project (USD1), in which Trump's son Eric is involved, has also drawn critics questioning his use of position for personal gain.
Democratic lawmakers such as Elizabeth Warren have directly accused this of being a "presidential corruption and profit scheme," arguing that the event essentially provides wealthy supporters with political access channels. This controversy has even affected the legislative process, causing some Democrats to withdraw support for the Genius Act, hindering the advancement of stablecoin regulatory frameworks.
Although the event's terms state it is "subject to cancellation at any time," and it remains uncertain whether Trump himself will attend, market enthusiasm has already been ignited. The organizers stated that attendees will receive a Trump-branded NFT as a keepsake.
This dinner has not only become a hot topic in the crypto community, but it has also sparked important discussions about the ethical and legal boundaries of political figures engaging in cryptocurrency. As the date approaches, whether regulatory bodies will intervene for review, and whether the event will ultimately take place as scheduled, will continue to attract attention from all sides.
What do you think of this crypto dinner linked to politics? Is it innovative marketing, or political fundraising? Is it a transfer of benefits, or a risk of corruption? Leave your views and opinions in the comments section!
