Author: Content Editor
Several members of the incoming administration of US President-elect Donald Trump are known to have held or currently hold cryptocurrencies. Vice President-elect J.D. Vance has between $250,000 and $500,000 in Bitcoin and has actively supported pro-crypto legislation. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has publicly announced his extensive Bitcoin holdings and has praised the cryptocurrency as a hedge against inflation. Michael Waltz, a Republican U.S. Representative, has personal investments in Bitcoin and has voted for pro-crypto bills. Former US Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard has invested in Litecoin and Ethereum in the past and has criticized government efforts to control cryptocurrencies. Elon Musk, although not a member of Trump's cabinet, has expressed support for cryptocurrencies like Dogecoin and has holdings of Bitcoin through his company Tesla. Finally, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy has championed cryptocurrencies, accepts crypto donations, and has added Bitcoin to his clients' portfolios through his asset management company. Overall, these individuals demonstrate support for cryptocurrencies and advocate for a more open regulatory environment in the US.