FORMER PRESIDENT TRUMP USED BITCOIN TO PURCHASE BURGERS

Donald Trump made headlines recently when he bought burgers using Bitcoin at a popular New York City bar and restaurant that accepts cryptocurrency .

This move was seen as a nod to the crypto community, especially since Trump had previously called Bitcoin a "scam" and crypto "based on thin air" .

Trump's campaign stop at the bar, called PubKey, was a strategic move to court crypto enthusiasts and showcase his support for the industry .

He even handed out free burgers, dubbed "crypto burgers," to attendees .

This event came on the heels of Trump's announcement to launch a token through the World Liberty Financial crypto platform, managed by his family members .

*Trump's Crypto Stance: A Shift?

Trump's actions suggest a shift in his stance on crypto, as he's now advocating for Bitcoin miners and speaking at crypto conferences . He's also reportedly holding at least $1 million in crypto assets .

This change in tune may be an attempt to attract the growing number of crypto enthusiasts and win their support in the upcoming election .

*The Crypto Community's Response*

The crypto community

has taken notice of Trump's newfound interest in crypto, with some embracing his support and others remaining skeptical . Anthony Pompliano, a prominent Bitcoin advocate, was present at the event and praised Trump's move . However, others have criticized Trump's token launch, calling it a "shitcoin" .