Trump Administration Considers Bitcoin Purchases for Strategic Reserve

The U.S. government is exploring ways to potentially utilize tariffs revenue to acquire Bitcoin as part of a national crypto reserve strategy, according to senior presidential adviser Bo Hines. In an interview with crypto investor Anthony Pompliano, Hines indicated that various options are being considered, including utilizing tariffs and revaluating gold certificates for funding Bitcoin purchases. 2025’s proposed BITCOIN Act would also allow the U.S. government to acquire up to one million BTC in five years to establish a strategic reserve. This initiative aligns with the administration’s desire to build a long-term, non-traded crypto reserve and avoids increasing taxes or national debt. The White House is currently developing a detailed digital asset strategy expected this summer. This strategy will address issues like supporting crypto innovation, regulating staking and tokenization, and promoting U.S. dollar stablecoins globally.