Trump hosts VIP crypto event as his coin plunges in value

Source: The Independent

Saturday 25 April 2026 18:05 EDT


Donald Trump recently hosted an exclusive gathering for top investors in his $TRUMP cryptocurrency at his Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, even as the token's value has plummeted by over 95% from its peak last year.

The event unfolded amid escalating scrutiny of the Trump family’s expanding crypto ventures, prompting Democratic leaders to demand investigations into their activities.

The day-long gala, which Trump promoted as the "most exclusive" crypto and business conference globally, saw 297 of the largest $TRUMP token holders in attendance, where he delivered the keynote address. A select group of 29 also enjoyed a "special VIP reception and champagne toast" with him.

This gathering represents the latest instance of Trump intertwining his public stature with his family’s burgeoning portfolio of speculative cryptocurrency ventures. Government ethics experts have noted that this convergence has little modern precedent, particularly given that Trump's personal crypto wealth has significantly increased as he actively shapes U.S. crypto policy.

Read more: https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-crypto-conference-mar-lago-b2965011.html