Trump’s $TRUMP Meme Coin Dinner Sparks Protests Against Crypto Corruption

Protesters gathered outside TRUMP National Golf Club in Sterling, Virginia, as former President Donald Trump hosted a private dinner for top holders of his meme cryptocurrency, $TRUMP. Demonstrators carried signs like "Grift Gala" and "America is not for sale," while others chanted "Shame!" upon Trump’s arrival. The event, organized by Americans for Tax Fairness, Public Citizen, and Our Revolution, highlighted growing scrutiny over political figures’ involvement in crypto.

Ahead of the dinner, Democrats introduced a bill seeking to ban presidents from owning cryptocurrencies during their terms. The protest underscored tensions between crypto’s libertarian ideals and its perceived exploitation for political gain. A giant golden coin bearing Trump’s scowling face became a visual centerpiece of the demonstration.