Let’s clear the air—because crypto Twitter is buzzing with rumors that Donald Trump "blacklisted" XRP. But before you start panic-selling or diving down conspiracy rabbit holes, here’s the truth about what really happened.
The Truth Social Post That Sparked the Firestorm
On March 2, 2025, Trump dropped a headline-grabbing post on Truth Social (naturally). He floated the idea of a U.S. “crypto strategic reserve”, essentially a federally endorsed crypto vault, and specifically mentioned XRP, Solana, and Cardano as part of the vision.
He also took a jab at Biden’s crypto stance, claiming he’d make the U.S. the #1 global crypto powerhouse. Bold claims—until the post mysteriously disappeared less than 24 hours later.
Enter: internet chaos.
The Twist: Was Trump Set Up?
Word on the street is Trump’s post wasn’t entirely his own doing. Allegedly, a lobbyist named Brian Ballard—reportedly linked to Ripple Labs—pushed the narrative to him.
Once Trump caught wind of it? He was livid. We’re talking full-on, burn-the-bridge mad.
But does that mean XRP is now “blacklisted” by Trump?
The Facts: No Ban, No Blacklist
Let’s set the record straight: there’s no actual evidence that Trump has blacklisted XRP or taken any formal action against it. This looks more like a case of “oops, I endorsed something I didn’t fully vet” than any deliberate anti-XRP move.
Ripple’s history with politics isn’t new either—they’ve met with Trump in the past and donated to Trump-friendly causes. Bottom line? This feels more like political theater than a policy shift.
Crypto Twitter Reacts
XRP-supporting attorney Bill Morgan chimed in with a sarcastic take:
> "You are on top of things. The SEC agreed for the fine to be reduced from $125 million to $50 million and the SEC agreed to the permanent injunction being lifted. Yep, Trump is furious."
Translation: “Everyone chill. This changes nothing.”
What About XRP’s Price?
Despite the noise, XRP’s price hasn’t nosedived. In fact, many analysts still see it as a solid pick this cycle. Unless there’s an official announcement (and there isn’t), this is just more political drama in the crypto world.
Key Takeaways
Trump gave XRP a shoutout, then pulled the post.
He might’ve been misled by a Ripple-affiliated lobbyist.
No blacklist, no ban—just crypto politics at play.
The market hasn’t flinched, so neither should you.
Until Trump tweets something like “XRP IS FAKE NEWS!”, consider this just another wild chapter in the crypto saga.
What’s your take? Overblown hype or signs of deeper issues? Sound off below.
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