Debunked: Roger Ver Never Landed the First US Bitcoin Visa from Trump – Here’s Why It Matters
Another day, another crypto myth busted. The claim that Bitcoin Cash evangelist Roger Ver secured the first US Bitcoin visa under the Trump administration? Pure fiction.
Let’s unpack why this narrative gained traction—and why it’s dangerous for an industry already fighting regulatory headwinds. Spoiler: When hype overshadows reality, everyone loses (except maybe the lawyers).
The Backstory That Never Was
No paperwork. No policy change. Just a rumor that snowballed into ‘fact’ through sheer repetition—classic crypto Twitter alchemy. Meanwhile, actual adoption gets buried under clickbait.
Why This Stings
Real progress—like institutional custody solutions or ETF approvals—gets drowned out by fabricated milestones. It’s the financial equivalent of shouting ‘lambo’ at a Senate hearing.
The Bottom Line
Next time you see a headline about crypto bending the system, check if it’s backed by more than just retweets. The market deserves better than PR stunts dressed as breakthroughs.
Contrary to the growing speculations on social media platforms, Roger Ver did not secure the first “US Bitcoin Visa” from President Donald Trump.
X user, Udi Wizardheimer, gave the disclaimers, sparking mixed reactions from the crypto community.
Amid the controversy, some community members said Udi may have planted the seed of a bitcoin Green card Scheme with his analogy.
The U.S. Bitcoin Visa Info
Udi Wizardheimers recently shared a fake post from Donald TRUMP that purportedly originated from the Truth Social.
According to the post, the US government signed a deal with Roger Ver, known as “Bitcoin Jesus.”
Based on the post, Roger pledged to support the US National Bitcoin stockpile with 80,000 BTC. In return, Roger WOULD receive the first US Bitcoin Visa.
The post concluded that the US government would not sell the BTC in its reserve.
In a follow-up post, Udi said he made the story up. In his defense, he said nothing was bearish about the information.
He claimed the information about Roger holding a large Bitcoin stash and being under the IRS watch is not new.
According to Udi, the best way for Roger to liquidate his BTC stash is to seed a new public treasury company. This way, he can sell his shares over time.
To provide context, Roger became one of the first major investors in Bitcoin-related businesses.
He began investing in Bitcoin in 2011 when the price was below $1. Roger played a major role in spreading awareness about the potential of cryptocurrencies.
Recent Update on Roger Ver
Driven by his opposition to US tax laws, libertarian ideals, and distrust of government, Roger renounced his US citizenship in 2014.
He became a citizen of Saint Kitts and Nevis following that stunt he made at the time.
Roger is currently involved in a legal battle with the US government. He faces allegations of filing false tax returns related to his BTC holdings when he renounced his US citizenship.
He has publicly appealed to President Donald Trump for a pardon to avoid extradition from Spain, where he was arrested in April 2024.
Roger claimed he is a victim of “lawfare” from the previous administration due to his crypto activism. He also reiterated a commitment to invest his money in the US.
Meanwhile, there are claims that Roger recently moved a large amount of Bitcoin. X user Jim618 claimed Roger did not intend to sell, but was probably just moving it around to attract attention.
Donald Trump Crypto Moves
Donald Trump has shown a pro-crypto stance since resuming his second term in the WHITE House.
He promised that his administration would provide clear, fair, and effective crypto regulation designed to help the industry grow.
The President signed an executive order reversing some of the rules introduced under the Joe Biden administration.
Notably, the new directive promotes responsible growth and encourages the use of blockchain across various sectors.
President Trump has also signed an executive order to establish a Strategic Digital Asset Reserve using seized cryptocurrencies.
Trump explained that this MOVE would put the US ahead of other countries in the digital asset sector.
Additionally, in February, the Trump administration proposed a “Gold Card” visa program. He stated that the program would offer U.S. residency to individuals investing $5 million in the U.S.
This program, unrelated to Bitcoin specifically, still requires congressional approval and was not linked to Roger Ver.
Moreover, President Trump has not publicly responded to the plea from Roger.
