Trump Hosts Crypto Elite, Marking Digital Currency's Political Rise
President Donald Trump hosted a dinner for the top 220 holders of $TRUMP, a crypto project by the Trump family, on May 22, 2025. This event marked a significant milestone in crypto's journey from the fringes to the core of global politics. The dinner came a year after Bitcoin reached $110,000 for the first time. The crypto community annually celebrates 'Bitcoin Pizza Day' to commemorate the first real-world Bitcoin transaction on May 22, 2010. Laszlo Hanyecz spent 10,000 BTC on two pizzas, demonstrating the digital currency's potential for everyday use. Crypto has become a major focus in Trump's second-term agenda. He is embracing it to engage next-generation voters, with the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Act already passed and the GENIUS stablecoin bill under review. TRON, one of the most active blockchain networks globally, has played a significant role in stablecoin payments. Justin Sun, Founder of TRON and Advisor to HTX, is among the largest $TRUMP holders. He attended the dinner and has used his influence to bring crypto into the mainstream through various cultural initiatives. Sun's investments totaling $75 million into World Liberty Financial (WLFI), the Trump family's crypto project, reflect his long-term vision for the industry. The dinner hosted by President Trump signifies crypto's growing influence in global politics. Long-term visionaries like Justin Sun, who invested in and advised the Trump family's crypto project, have played a crucial role in this journey. As crypto continues to gain traction, its impact on politics and society is set to grow.
