Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis has proposed that the US government sell some of its gold reserves and use the proceeds to buy Bitcoin. She believes that creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve could strengthen the dollar's position as the world's reserve currency, reduce the country's debt burden, and provide high returns. Lummis has introduced the BITCOIN Act, which outlines a plan to buy 1 million BTC over five years and hold them for at least 20 years. The Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund would also include a decentralized storage network to protect assets and reduce risk. However, some experts doubt that a Bitcoin reserve would help the US overcome its $35 trillion debt crisis. Critics also note the cryptocurrency's price volatility and potential for illicit use. Meanwhile, cryptocurrency companies like Ripple, Kraken, and Circle are seeking a seat on President Donald Trump's promised crypto advisory board to participate in his plans to overhaul US policy.



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