In a bold statement that has electrified the cryptocurrency community, former President Donald Trump declared his unwavering support for the burgeoning digital currency sector in the United States. Speaking at a rally, Trump emphasized the critical role the US must play in shaping the future of Bitcoin and other crypto currencies.
“The future of Bitcoin and the entire crypto industry will be made in the USA,” Trump proclaimed to a cheering crowd. “I will support the right of self-custody for the nation’s 50 million crypto owners. They deserve the freedom to control their digital assets without unnecessary government interference.”
Trump’s remarks come at a time when the cryptocurrency market is under intense scrutiny from various regulatory bodies. He took the opportunity to criticize Senator Elizabeth Warren, a known advocate for stricter crypto regulations. “I will keep Elizabeth Warren away from Bitcoin,” Trump asserted. “Her policies threaten to stifle innovation and drive this vital industry overseas.”
Trump’s Renewed Crypto Commitment
Trump’s renewed support for digital currencies marks a significant departure from his 2019 stance when he criticized Bitcoin and other virtual currencies on Twitter. Since then, Trump has shown increasing support for the sector. He has launched three non-fungible token (NFT) collections and is the first major party nominee to accept campaign donations from digital assets.
Trump’s former administration oversaw the approval of bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), which former CFTC Chairman Chris Giancarlo cites as evidence of Trump’s potential as a “crypto president.” Recently, Trump has also raised the issue of Biden’s limited understanding of digital assets and called on digital assets supporters to vote for him.
During his address at the convention, Trump reiterated his plan to protect free speech and dismantle what he called the “censorship and industrial complex.” He promised, “On day one, I will sign an executive order banning federal agencies from colluding to censor the lawful speech of American citizens. We will remove the rogue bureaucrats who conspire to take away your First Amendment freedoms. We will do that quickly.”
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