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President Donald Trump

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">On October 31, 2024, former President Donald Trump celebrated the 16th anniversary of the Bitcoin whitepaper by announcing he’s a crypto candidate and will end the “war on crypto” before the November 5 election. In a social media post, he said he would pardon Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road.</p> 
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<h2 id="strong-a-shift-in-stance-from-critic-to-advocate-strong"><strong>A Shift in Stance: From Critic to Advocate</strong></h2> 
<p>Trump is a big <a href="https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/currencies/bitcoin-price-outlook-record-high-trump-harris-election-crypto-regulation-2024-9" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">supporter</a> of Bitcoin now, a big change from his 2019 comments where he said he wasn’t a fan and was worried about crypto being used for illegal activities. By mid-2024, he was a Bitcoin supporter, advocating for mining in the US and a national Bitcoin reserve. This fits with his overall economic plan, and the crypto community is taking notice.</p> 
<p>He wrote:</p> 
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 <p>“I would like to wish our great Bitcoiners a Happy 16th Anniversary of Satoshi’s White Paper.”</p>
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<p>He further stated:</p> 
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 <p>“We will end Kamala’s war on crypto, &amp; Bitcoin will be MADE IN THE USA! #Bitcoin #FreeRossDayOne”</p>
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<h2 id="strong-policy-proposals-reshaping-crypto-regulation-strong"><strong>Policy Proposals: Reshaping Crypto Regulation</strong></h2> 
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">At the heart of Trump’s crypto platform is his promise to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler, who has been cracking down on crypto companies. Trump has been critical of Gensler’s approach, saying it’s stifling innovation and holding back the growth of the space. By promising to appoint a more crypto-friendly SEC chair, Trump wants to create an environment for the industry to grow.</p> 
<p>Also, Trump has promised to stop the government from selling Bitcoin and instead have the U.S. government hold its Bitcoin as a reserve. This is part of a bigger vision of putting Bitcoin into the national financial system and making the U.S. the leader in the global crypto market.</p> 
<h2 id="strong-contrasting-approaches-harris-s-balanced-perspective-strong"><strong>Contrasting Approaches: Harris’s Balanced Perspective</strong></h2> 
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">On the other hand, Vice President Kamala Harris is taking a more measured approach to crypto regulation. She acknowledges the benefits of digital assets but is emphasizing investor protection and regulation. Her approach is to balance innovation with security so as not to fraud and protect consumers in the crypto space.</p> 
<h2 id="strong-market-implications-bitcoin-s-response-to-political-developments-strong"><strong>Market Implications: Bitcoin’s Response to Political Developments</strong></h2> 
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">The crypto market is reacting to these political developments. Bitcoin’s price went above $70,000 due to investor optimism on pro crypto policies. Analysts say a Trump win and a Republican controlled Congress could take Bitcoin to even higher levels. They project Bitcoin to hit $80,000 shortly after a Trump win and $125,000 by year-end if Republicans win the presidency and Congress.</p> 
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<h2 id="strong-global-perspective-u-s-position-in-the-crypto-economy-strong"><strong>Global Perspective: U.S. Position in the Crypto Economy</strong></h2> 
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Trump has crypto support from the community. The Winklevoss twins have endorsed him, and the industry is getting more political with big contributions to campaigns and lobbying to shape policy.</p> 
<p>The US is a big player in the global crypto economy, and its regulatory approach is important. Trump’s plan to include Bitcoin in national financial strategy and reduce regulations will make the US more competitive in the global market. Harris’s focus on regulation is about market stability and consumer protection. It’s a tough balance between innovation and oversight.</p> 
<h2 id="strong-conclusion-strong"><strong>Conclusion</strong></h2> 
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">As Election Day nears, the differing crypto stances of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris epitomize competing visions for the incorporation of digital currencies into the national financial system. The President’s vocal backing of Bitcoin and dedication to cultivating an ecosystem with minimal oversight has heartened industry proponents, while the Senator advocates a middle road, prioritizing prudent gatekeeping to curb hazards. The victor in November will probably shape rulemaking and the technological unknowns that cryptocurrency will continue grappling with as its popularity and functionality evolve. Meanwhile, on a more fundamental level, the contest highlights how quickly emerging technologies can inject novel intricacies into policy debates and the national dialogue.</p> 
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Bitcoin Advocates Rally as Trump Pledges Pro-Crypto Policies Ahead of Election

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