Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, is set to attend the Bitcoin conference in Nashville, Tennessee, despite a recent assassination attempt. The conference, which will take place from July 25-27 at the Music City Center, has confirmed Trump’s participation. David Bailey, CEO of Bitcoin Magazine and one of the event’s organizers, has spoken with Trump’s team and confirmed that the former president is in good spirits and excited to participate in the upcoming Bitcoin event of the year.
Initially, there were concerns among conference organizers and attendees about potential changes to the speaker lineup following the security incident in Pennsylvania on July 13. However, Trump’s journey from being a crypto skeptic to a Bitcoin advocate has been remarkable. While he once dismissed Bitcoin as a “scam” and cracked down on its use during his presidency, his views have since changed. In a recent interview with Fox News, Trump acknowledged the growing acceptance of Bitcoin.
This newfound openness towards Bitcoin is seen as part of Trump’s broader strategy to appeal to a younger, tech-savvy voter base as he campaigns for the 2024 presidential election. During a recent fundraiser in San Francisco, Trump expressed support for the U.S. Bitcoin industry and emphasized the importance of Bitcoin mining by American companies.
The Nashville Bitcoin Conference will feature a lineup of speakers, including Edward Snowden, Russell Brand, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Cathie Wood, and Michael Saylor. Trump’s 30-minute speech, scheduled for July 27, will focus on his vision for the future of Bitcoin in the U.S. and his plans to support the industry if he is re-elected.
Despite the confirmed news of Trump’s involvement in the conference, Trump-themed crypto tokens experienced a slight decline in value. The MAGA token, in particular, saw a significant 7.05% drop, with its price falling to $7.84. The BABYTRUMP token also experienced a 44.84% decrease, settling at $1.58, while the Trump Card token showed more stability with a minor 0.34% decrease, settling at $7.49.