$TRUMP Token Plummets 96% Amid Investor Dissatisfaction
The Trump Family Crypto Project's primary token, $TRUMP, has plummeted 96% from its January 2025 all-time high of $79.70 to approximately $2.80. This 15-month downtrend includes a 30.63% decline in the last 30 days. An investment of $10,000 at the peak would now be valued at $351, while a $100,000 investment would hold $3,660. The Trump family has reportedly accrued over $1 billion in gains from these ventures. Market sentiment for $TRUMP reflects this decline, with sentiment analysis scores as low as -94. Open Interest (OI) for $TRUMP increased by 39.84% during the price collapse, consistent with an influx of short positions. Despite the downtrend, the token has seen spikes in trading volume, with a 15-minute volume of $783.02K on Binance Spot (USDT).
Depreciation Across Associated Digital Assets
Depreciation extends beyond the $TRUMP token to other digital assets associated with the Trump family. The $MELANIA token dropped 98% from its peak, reducing a $10,000 investment to $100. The $WLFI token declined 70% to 75%, American Bitcoin Corp plummeted 94%, and Trump NFTs reportedly fell 90% from peak values.
Project Origins and Allegations of Financial Exploitation
The Trump Family Crypto Project, including the $TRUMP meme coin, initially gained traction through its association with a prominent political figure. However, the assets' performance has led to accusations that the projects served as a "personal ATM" for the family and were designed to "scam crypto bros." An analysis also revealed that 19 of the top 25 $TRUMP holders utilize foreign crypto exchanges, further complicating transparency.
Scheduled Announcement Amid Continued Scrutiny
A "Major Announcement" event for the $TRUMP coin is reportedly circulating for April 25, 2026, slated to take place at Mar-a-Lago and described as exclusive for the largest token holders.