🔥 Schiff’s COIN Act Shock: Presidents Banned from Crypto Profits in Bold Move

Washington just got a lot less bullish for sitting presidents looking to ride the crypto wave. Senator Adam Schiff just dropped the COIN Act—a legislative grenade aimed at banning White House occupants from capitalizing on digital asset gains while in office.

No more 'buying the dip' from the Oval Office.

The bill—dubbed 'the most aggressive conflict-of-interest crackdown since insider trading laws'—would force presidents to either liquidate their crypto holdings or place them in blind trusts. Schiff's team claims it closes a 'wild west loophole' that lets commanders-in-chief potentially profit from policy decisions affecting blockchain markets.

Wall Street analysts are already snarking about how this might impact future presidential portfolios—'Guess we won't see any more 'ETH to the moon!' tweets with official letterhead,' quipped one hedge fund manager.

One thing's certain: in an election year where crypto regulation hangs in the balance, this move guarantees Schiff won't be getting any Bitcoin donations from sitting administrations. Game theory meets governance.

In a bold move to separate politics from digital profits, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff has introduced a new bill,  the COIN Act, that would stop the President, Vice President, and their immediate families from making money through crypto while holding office.

And yes, this seems to take aim straight at Donald Trump’s growing crypto ventures.

What Is the COIN Act?

Officially called the Curbing Officials’ Income and Nondisclosure (COIN) Act, the bill proposes a strict ban on issuing, sponsoring, or promoting any kind of digital asset. This includes meme coins, NFTs, and stablecoins, which have become popular ways for public figures to build wealth.

Donald TRUMP and other senior administration officials have made a fortune off of crypto schemes.

Today, I'm introducing the COIN Act to put a stop to this corruption in plain sight. pic.twitter.com/8wieNSCPgC

If passed, it WOULD prevent not only the president and vice president, but also members of Congress and senior executive officials from endorsing or sponsoring any kind of digital asset project.

Why Now? Schiff Points to Trump’s Crypto Profits

This legislation is a direct response to Donald Trump’s growing presence in the crypto market. In 2024 alone, Trump reportedly earned over $57 million from token sales and crypto-related ventures. 

He’s also involved in Bitcoin mining, tokenized assets, and digital ETFs — all of which raise concerns about conflicts of interest.

Schiff argues that allowing presidents to profit from these markets while in office could blur ethical lines and compromise decision-making.

What the Bill Would Do

The COIN Act would cover not just the president but also senior executive officials and members of Congress, including their immediate families. Key features include:

• A ban on creating or promoting crypto assets
• Mandatory disclosure for digital asset sales over $1,000
• Penalties for violations: profits forfeited and up to 5 years in prison

Schiff’s Change of Heart?

Interestingly, Schiff supported the GENIUS Act just last week—a bill aimed at setting rules for stablecoins but which left out restrictions for presidents and vice presidents. 

Now, Schiff seems to be correcting that omission with the COIN Act. So far, nine Senate Democrats have backed the bill.

Trump’s Crypto Rise Continues

Despite the political pushback, Trump’s crypto activity shows no signs of slowing. He’s involved in everything from bitcoin mining to launching memecoins and ETFs. His company, TMTG, recently gained SEC approval tied to a $2.3 billion Bitcoin treasury initiative.

With 2025 shaping up to be even bigger for crypto and politics, Schiff’s COIN Act could become a major turning point—if it can pass in a Republican-controlled Congress.