In a bold move that merges politics with the booming world of non-fungible tokens [NFTs], former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the launch of digital collectible cards on the Bitcoin Ordinals platform. These unique cards are set to feature Trump’s iconic mugshots, capitalizing on the growing trend of NFTs in the crypto space.
The announcement specifies that users utilizing Wrapped Ether [WETH] to acquire 100 Mugshot NFTs on the platform will receive exclusive 1/1 Trump digital collectible cards on Bitcoin Ordinals. This special offer translates to a total issuance of 200 cards for those who engage in the specified transaction. Over the past seven days, the value of the Digital Collectible Card has surged by an impressive 93%, reaching a price point of over 0.3 ETH.
Trump’s foray into the NFT space includes the recent unveiling of his third installment, aptly named the “Mugshot NFT Edition.” Priced at $99 per digital collectible, each card holds unique value for its owner. To add an extra layer of exclusivity, the team has introduced a chance for the holders of 47 Mugshot NFT cards to win a dinner with the former president at his lavish Mar-a-Lago estate. Additionally, these fortunate winners will receive a fragment of the navy suit worn by Trump during his arrest in August—an event that marked a historic moment as the first time a former U.S. president had a mugshot taken.
Trump Opposes CBDC
Beyond the realm of NFTs, Trump has recently made headlines for his stance on central bank digital currencies [CBDCs]. During a campaign stop in New Hampshire, he vehemently expressed his opposition, pledging to prevent the creation of a CBDC if he were to be re-elected as president.
“As your president, I will never allow the creation of a central bank digital currency,” Trump declared on stage, standing alongside crypto-friendly ex-candidate Vivek Ramaswamy. Trump argued that the introduction of a CBDC would pose a serious threat to individual freedoms, as it would grant the federal government absolute control over individuals’ money.
The topic of CBDCs has gained considerable traction within Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ office. The convergence of politics, digital collectibles, and cryptocurrency continues to reshape the landscape of political engagement and fundraising.