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Donald Trump Makes History with First Presidential Bitcoin Transaction at PubKey in Manhattan

Sep 18, 2024, 09:15 PM

Former U.S. President Donald Trump made history by becoming the first president to complete a Bitcoin transaction. During a visit to PubKey, a cryptocurrency-themed bar in Manhattan, New York City, Trump paid for food, including burgers, for the entire restaurant using Bitcoin. This event marks a significant moment for the cryptocurrency industry, as it demonstrates a high-profile endorsement of digital currency. Trump, who was at the bar ahead of a rally in Long Island, handed out the purchased burgers to patrons. He described the event as 'a new era' and expressed his enthusiasm for Bitcoin, stating, 'Good, I want Bitcoin.' PubKey CEO Thomas Pacchia expressed excitement about Trump's visit, calling it 'amazing.'