US President Donald Trump summoned the crypto elite to a White House fundraiser this week, where Coinbase, Ripple, Tether, and the Winklevoss twins (still bros, really?) flaunted their digital fortunes.
The gala unveiled plans for a massive new ballroom at the presidential residence, part of Trump’s privately funded expansion efforts-because nothing says “public service” like charging billionaires to redecorate your mansion. Guests were invited to contribute to the construction project, presumably to secure prime seats at future events (or maybe just to avoid being blacklisted). 😉
Crypto Kings & Queens Attend Trump’s Glitzy Money Banquet
Trump hosted 128 leading figures from business and finance at a gala on Wednesday. The event was part of his ongoing campaign to construct a $250 million ballroom for the White House-because one golf club wasn’t enough. 🏌️♂️
The dinner’s guest list notably featured several prominent figures from the cryptocurrency sector. Among them were representatives from Coinbase, Ripple, Tether, and the Winklevoss twins of the Gemini exchange (still bitter about the IPO, we presume?).
In addition to crypto, the event drew executives from major corporations such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Palantir and representatives from telecom leaders T-Mobile and Comcast. Tobacco producers Altria and Reynolds American were also present-because nothing says “health-conscious” like funding a ballroom with cigarette money. 🚭
🚨🇺🇸 TRUMP COURTS DONORS WITH WHITE HOUSE BALLROOM DINNER
Trump has invited his biggest donors to a glitzy White House dinner celebrating the $250 million ballroom now under construction.
The event pulls in a who’s who of financiers and power brokers eager to stay in the…
– Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) October 16, 2025
The guest list also included several wealthy families and longtime Trump allies, including the Lutnick family, oil magnate Harold Hamm, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers owners Edward and Shari Glazer. Because football, oil, and crypto: the holy trinity of late-stage capitalism. 🤝
The event quickly raised questions about how wealthy donors might use these contributions to gain influence over Trump. Spoiler: they probably do. 🤷♂️
Privately Funded, Publicly Debated (Because Why Not?)
Over the summer, the Trump administration revealed plans for a 90,000-square-foot ballroom for the presidential residence’s East Wing. The White House said private donors, rather than taxpayers, will entirely finance the construction costs. Translation: “We’re not asking for your money, but if you have any, please send it.” 🧾
Trump noted that the new venue would hold up to a thousand guests and feature bulletproof glass on all sides. Officials described the project as a long-awaited upgrade to accommodate large-scale events such as state dinners. Or, you know, secret meetings with aliens. 🛡️👽
Although it remains uncertain how many of the 128 attendees contributed, Trump reportedly thanked those present for donating “tremendous amounts of money.” He also stated that the project’s funding was already “fully taken care of.” By the people who can afford to buy islands, presumably. 💰
The event quickly sparked criticism. Leaders like Senator Elizabeth Warren questioned whether Trump’s acceptance of ballroom donations could be tied to favorable treatment for attendees.
What are these billionaires and giant corporations getting in exchange for donating to Donald Trump’s $200 million ballroom?
Do they think we’re dumb enough to believe they’re giving their money away for free?
– Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) October 15, 2025
Although YouTube representatives did not attend Wednesday’s gala, the platform agreed last month to contribute $22 million to the ballroom project as part of a settlement with Trump. The donation resolved a lawsuit he had filed against YouTube and its CEO over the temporary suspension of his account following the 2021 Capitol riot. Because nothing unites people like a shared love of chaos. 🎉
The gathering also echoed Trump’s earlier private dinner at his Virginia golf club in May, organized for the top 220 holders of his meme coin. The 25 largest investors were also treated to a private tour of the White House. Because nothing says “democracy” like a VIP pass. 🏛️
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2025-10-18 01:04