Former President Trump hosted a lavish crypto-elite dinner at his Virginia golf club, requiring guests to invest in his $TRUMP meme coin for entry. The $148 million event drew 220 wealthy investors, including Chinese billionaire Sun who dropped $40 million just to attend. While Trump arrived by helicopter to promise a “crypto golden age,” Senator Jeff Merkley led protesters outside decrying the “Crypto Corruption Club.” The food reportedly tasted like Ikea cafeteria fare – but that’s not what everyone was there for.
Hundreds of crypto whales gathered at Trump National Golf Club in Potomac Falls for what might be the most expensive dinner party of 2024. The price of admission? A hefty investment in Trump’s $TRUMP meme coin, with blockchain data showing a whopping $148 million in purchases just to secure a seat at the table.
The exclusive event drew 220 of the biggest crypto investors, including Chinese billionaire Sun, who dropped over $40 million for the privilege. TikTok personality Nick Pinto shelled out $300,000 just to get through the door. Trump made a grand entrance via Marine One helicopter to address his wealthy supporters.
But even with those astronomical buy-ins, the food left guests unimpressed. The filet mignon and pan-seared halibut were reportedly on par with Ikea cafeteria fare. At least the bread and butter were decent.
Trump took the stage, presidential seal gleaming on the lectern, and painted himself as crypto’s unlikely champion. He slammed the Biden administration for making crypto investors’ lives “miserable” and promised a new “Golden Age” for digital assets. The night ended with Trump dancing to YMCA. The room ate it up – even if they couldn’t say the same for the dinner.
Outside, the scene was less celebratory. Senator Jeff Merkley led protesters brandishing “Stop Crypto” and “No Corrupt” signs, dubbing the gathering the “Crypto Corruption Club.” Campaign finance watchdogs raised eyebrows at the blurring lines between political influence and profit.
The top 25 investors got VIP treatment and extra face time with Trump, but everyone had to clear intense security screenings first. No investment, no entry – period.
Gold-trimmed plates bearing the Trump Washington, D.C. logo served as souvenirs, though some guests grumbled about the return on their investment.
For $148 million, you’d expect better than lukewarm halibut. But this dinner wasn’t really about the food – it was about access, influence, and the surreal intersection of meme coins and presidential politics.
Welcome to 2024, where dinner with Trump costs more than most Americans’ homes.
