"Trump's Crypto Reserve Sparks Storm: XRP, Cardano Tumble Amid Skepticism"
1min read Former U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal for a crypto reserve has sparked controversy and raised questions about the potential impacts on the crypto market and political landscape. The proposal prioritizes XRP, Cardano, and Solana, drawing concerns about the implications for Bitcoin and market integrity.
The announcement has ignited debate within crypto circles, with XRP and Cardano facing backlash as market reactions unfold. The decision to include these assets in the proposed reserve has been met with skepticism, with some analysts suggesting that political ties may have played a role in their selection.
The fallout from the announcement has been significant, with both XRP and Cardano experiencing substantial price declines. Reports indicate drops of over 20% shortly after the news broke, leading analysts to question the sustainability of these assets in a proposed national reserve.
Market analyst Rachel Kreitzer commented on the situation, stating, "Given the recent executive order, it's hard to see how Trump can realistically carry out these proposals without proper congressional backing. The market needs clarity."
Several stakeholders in the crypto community have criticized the administration's decision to back altcoins, emphasizing the necessity for a more stable and widely adopted asset like Bitcoin to form the basis of a U.S. reserve. A senior economist who declined to be named stated, "Without a clearly defined strategy or legislative support, these announcements seem hollow."
In examining Trump's choice of cryptocurrencies for the proposed reserve, many analysts speculate that political allegiance and donations may have played a pivotal role. XRP and Cardano's financial support of his campaign has led to increased scrutiny of whether these assets were selected based on their political ties rather than their technological merits or market viability.
Solana's connection to the current administration through various initiatives and the launch of the TRUMP meme coin only strengthens this narrative. Blockchain policy expert Mia Chen noted, "These choices suggest a potential favoritism rather than a calculated economic strategy."
The Republican-controlled Congress may pose additional obstacles to the proposal. With only a slim majority, some party members may reconsider the decision to allocate taxpayer funds towards potentially volatile assets. Furthermore, the hesitation of some fiscal conservatives could hinder the administration's ability to push this reserve through Congress.
Beyond mere selection, concerns about the effectiveness of supporting these cryptocurrencies in a national reserve context remain. SPACE ID's Harrison Se 
