Exclusive Fundraising Event Amid Cryptocurrency Backing
Donald Trump is hosting a private fundraising event for his 2024 presidential campaign in Nashville on July 27, coinciding with the Bitcoin Conference 2024. The event invites wealthy donors to secure a seat at a round-table with a hefty asking price of $844,600, the maximum combined contribution allowed under campaign finance laws. Additionally, donors can take a photo with Trump for $60,000 per person or $100,000 per couple.
The event, held amidst the annual Bitcoin conference, will feature several prominent figures, including Trump’s vice-presidential candidate J.D. Vance, his Republican primary opponent Vivek Ramaswamy, Tennessee Senator Bill Hagerty, and former Hawaii representative Tulsi Gabbard. Attendees will have the chance to enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres while mingling with influential guests before watching Trump speak on Bitcoin.
This fundraiser represents a significant shift in Trump’s stance on cryptocurrency. Although he previously expressed skepticism about Bitcoin, citing concerns about its volatility and potential criminal uses, he has since changed his tune. After meeting with crypto-mining executives at his Mar-a-Lago club in June, Trump voiced his support for Bitcoin, praising the impact of Bitcoin miners on power grids.
The event further underscores Trump’s growing embrace of the cryptocurrency industry, as he adapts to its increasing influence in American politics.
