Donald Trump proposes an audacious plan to eliminate the $35 trillion US debt using Bitcoin, captivating financial experts and crypto enthusiasts alike.

Trump Believes Bitcoin Can Pay Off $35 Trillion Debt

A growing number of people are talking about paying off the US national debt with Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies.

This time around, Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for president, has spoken out. With these assets, he believes he can pay off the enormous $35 trillion in debt.

At an interview with FOX Business, Donald Trump hinted at the prospect of paying down the US national debt, which has now reached an All-Time High (ATH), with Bitcoin and crypto currencies. The idea has been floating about for a while, and the fact that it comes from Trump is not shocking.

Bitcoin Advocates Praise Its Potential for US Debt

Bitcoin advocates have recently praised the cryptocurrency for its potential to pay down the US's $35 trillion national debt. They believe that Bitcoin's value will skyrocket to millions of dollars per coin within the next few years. They have proposed that the US government buy a large Bitcoin reserve and keep it for around 20 years, taking this into consideration.

After this time, the government can sell its Bitcoin holdings to pay off the debt without causing inflation since the price of Bitcoin is likely to have climbed over that time, Coingape shares.

Also, Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis proposed setting aside Bitcoin in a strategic reserve. Her plan calls for the reserve to support the US dollar, which would increase its value around the world.

Sen. Lummis: Bitcoin Will Benefit US Economy

The US economy will benefit from this cryptocurrency's inclusion as a financial asset, according to Sen. Lummis.

At the 2024 Bitcoin Conference, she unveiled this plan for the strategic Bitcoin reserve. One million bitcoins (BTC) is the starting point for this new age. Approximately 5% of all Bitcoin in circulation will be represented by this.