No Mention of Crypto in Trump’s Second-Term Priorities Despite Past Promises

Last Updated on January 21, 2025

Written by

Efe Bravo

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Key Takeaways:

Trump’s “America First Priorities” exclude any mention of cryptocurrency or Bitcoin, despite prior campaign discussions of a pro-crypto stance.
Speculation persists about the possibility of a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve, with prediction markets divided on its likelihood.
Analysts suggest cryptocurrencies may still feature in future policy despite their omission from the current agenda.

U.S. President Donald Trump recently outlined his administration’s “America First Priorities”, focusing on public safety, energy independence, traditional values, and reducing government excess.

However, cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, were notably excluded from the agenda, despite earlier campaign rhetoric suggesting a pro-crypto stance.

Trump ends his inauguration speech without mentioning Bitcoin or crypto.

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— Cryptopolitan (@CPOfficialtx) January 20, 2025

Speculation about a strategic Bitcoin reserve was high on Jan. 20, with some anticipating an executive order to establish such a reserve.

This did not occur, leaving cryptocurrency enthusiasts and analysts questioning its future role in the administration’s policies.

Betting platforms have been active on the topic, with Polymarket estimating a 33% chance of the reserve being created within Trump’s first 100 days of his second term, and Kalshi offering a higher probability of 60% by the end of the year.

Although absent from the official agenda, analysts believe cryptocurrencies could still influence future policies, especially as the global economic and technological landscape continues to evolve.

For now, Trump’s focus remains firmly on energy, safety, and governance reform, leaving the crypto community in a state of watchful anticipation.