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Will Trump Create a National Bitcoin Reserve?
According to a recent survey on Polymarket, there is a 16% chance that President Donald Trump will order the creation of a strategic bitcoin (BTC) reserve in his first 100 days of administration. This is despite assurances from crypto czar David Sacks that there is an effort underway to explore the idea.
White House Involvement
President Trump has asked to study the issue, and as a result, we are not ready to comment on it yet. However, it is one of the things our working groups are going to look at, said Sacks in a recent appearance on Fox.
Senator’s Bill
Senator Cynthia Lummis, a Wyoming Republican known for her bitcoin-friendly policy stance, has submitted a bill proposing the creation of a reserve. This is a separate measure from the White House’s efforts. The bill proposes establishing a "Bitcoin Purchase Program" of up to 200,000 BTC a year over a five-year period, and will be partially funded by revaluing Federal Reserve’s gold. Right now, the bill is before the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Supporters
Among the supporters of such a move is MicroStrategy’s (MSTR) Michael Saylor, who said the plan will protect the dollar.
"The best way to protect the dollar is to make sure you retire the debt and become rich," said Saylor. "The next best way to protect the dollar is to make sure that if anybody ever considers a different capital asset other than the treasury bill, you own it."
State of Texas
The State of Texas recently said it is working on its own strategic BTC reserve. Polymarket bettors are giving a 53% chance that a bill greenlighting the creation of such a reserve in 2025.
Conclusion
The potential creation of a national bitcoin reserve is an intriguing topic that has garnered significant attention in recent times. While there are mixed signals coming from the White House and other government agencies, it is clear that the idea is being explored. As the world of cryptocurrency continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how these developments unfold.
FAQs
Q: What is a national bitcoin reserve?
A: A national bitcoin reserve refers to a strategic reserve of cryptocurrencies, such as bitcoin, held by a government or central bank.
Q: Why would a government create a national bitcoin reserve?
A: A national bitcoin reserve could be used to protect the value of a country’s currency, diversify its foreign exchange reserves, or even serve as a hedge against inflation.
Q: Is the creation of a national bitcoin reserve a common practice?
A: No, the creation of a national bitcoin reserve is not a common practice, but it is not unprecedented either. Some countries, such as the United States, have held gold reserves in the past.
Q: Who supports the creation of a national bitcoin reserve?
A: Some prominent figures, such as Michael Saylor of MicroStrategy, support the creation of a national bitcoin reserve, citing its potential to protect the value of a country’s currency.
Q: What is the current state of the bill to create a national bitcoin reserve in the United States?
A: The bill is currently before the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
