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Senator Elizabeth Warren sharply criticized former President Donald Trump’s recent Virginia crypto dinner, labeling it an
“orgy of corruption” amid growing concerns about pay-for-access politics and ethical breaches.
The event, held Thursday evening, attracted 220 crypto investors who collectively invested
$148 million for the opportunity to meet Trump and enjoy a high-profile dinner. However, many attendees, who invested an average of
$1.8 million each, expressed dissatisfaction with the
poor quality of food and limited interaction with Trump, who only delivered a brief speech.
Warren’s condemnation reflects broader unease about Trump’s deepening involvement in the crypto industry. His family’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial, has been linked to a $2 billion investment deal involving Binance, a crypto exchange that pleaded guilty to US money laundering violations in 2023.
Trump’s crypto ventures are estimated to be worth about
$2.9 billion as of mid-March, according to the watchdog group State Democracy Defenders Fund. Senate Democrats, including Jeff Merkley and Chuck Schumer, have introduced legislation aimed at preventing Trump from leveraging his office to benefit his crypto businesses.
Critics warn of national security risks and ethical concerns tied to Trump’s rapid crypto expansion. Social media figures who attended the dinner echoed complaints about the event’s execution, with one prankster calling it the
“worst food” he’s ever had at a Trump property.
The dinner underscores the contentious intersection of politics, cryptocurrency, and influence, raising questions about transparency and accountability in Washington.
Sources: Senator Elizabeth Warren condemned a Virginia crypto dinner hosted by former President Trump as an 'orgy of corruption,' amid concerns over pay-for-access politics. The event drew 220 investors who contributed $148 million, with many criticizing the poor food and limited access to Trump during the brief speech.
