House Democrat Demands Investigation into Trump’s Dinner Guests
A leading House Democrat has called for Donald Trump to disclose the attendees of his recent private dinner held for prominent investors in his meme coin. This demand arises amidst increasing concerns regarding the hidden connections between the Trump administration and the cryptocurrency sector.
Jamie Raskin, a Maryland representative and the House Judiciary Committee’s ranking member, has initiated calls for an investigation into the exclusive dinner hosted at Trump’s golf club in Virginia. This event catered specifically to the top purchasers of his $TRUMP digital tokens as the administration showcased its pro-cryptocurrency stance at a high-profile conference in Las Vegas.
Raskin cautioned that foreign governments might be covertly channeling funds to the U.S. president via anonymous cryptocurrency transactions. He emphasized that revealing the list of dinner attendees would inform the American public about who is financially supporting Trump and what they gain in return.
His investigation coincided with the attendance of Vice President JD Vance and other prominent figures from the Trump administration at the Bitcoin 2025 conference, where they promoted an agenda favoring cryptocurrencies to investors and industry leaders.
The recent dinner was attended by the 220 largest holders of Trump’s meme coin, with total purchases estimated at around $148 million, and a separate reception for the top spenders. Unlike traditional fundraising events, funds from this dinner benefited Trump’s business interests directly without the usual campaign finance disclosures.
Raskin expressed concerns about potential violations of the Constitution’s emoluments clause, which restricts federal officials from accepting gifts from foreign entities without congressional approval. He also questioned whether proper checks were in place to ensure the legitimacy of the funds used for purchasing the cryptocurrency.
The Trump family’s cryptocurrency initiatives have significantly expanded since the previous election. Recent reports indicated that Trump’s ventures could now be valued at approximately $2.9 billion. Meanwhile, the White House has downplayed conflict-of-interest claims, asserting that the event was not an official gathering and the guest list may not be released. Democratic lawmakers continue to push for greater accountability regarding Trump’s business dealings during his presidency.
