Trump Hosts Dinner for $TRUMP Memecoin Investors, Raising Concerns About Crypto in Politics

Donald Trump hosted a private dinner at his Virginia golf club on May 22, 2025, inviting major investors of his $TRUMP memecoin. This event highlights growing concerns about crypto’s influence in politics as it emphasizes potential conflicts between personal interests and official duties. The dinner invited 220 top investors, including Chinese billionaire Sun, who invested heavily in the coin. While the White House clarified that the event was a personal gathering not an official function, critics pointed out the implications for market perceptions and ethical concerns regarding political and financial influence.