Event / Element,Details
Launch date,January 17, 2025 
Blockchain / Token type,$TRUMP is a memecoin launched on the Solana blockchain. 
$Supply & distribution,1 billion $TRUMP tokens in total. Of that, 200 million were publicly released in initial offering; the remaining 800 million are owned by two Trump-affiliated entities (CIC Digital LLC and Fight Fight Fight LLC). 
Early valuation / hype,Soon after launch, the token surged massively, with reported valuations in the tens of billions in terms of diluted value (i.e. assuming all tokens would eventually become tradable) 
Revenue / profits to Trump side,An analysis by Financial Times estimated the project netted at least ≈ 350 million USD through token sales and transaction fees in early weeks.  Some sources report that Trump-affiliated businesses collected ~$312 million from crypto sales and ~$43 million from “fees” by mid-May 2025. 
Political / ethical concerns,The project has drawn strong criticism for conflicts of interest, potential influence-buying, using his presidential platform to promote a token that benefits him, and lack of transparency. 
“Crypto dinner” event,In May 2025, Trump hosted a private dinner for the 220 largest $TRUMP holders at his golf club, sparking controversy: attendees paid (implicitly via buying the coin) to gain access to Trump, raising ethical red flags. 
Price volatility & decline,The token saw dramatic price swings. At one point, it slumped ~88% from its highs.  As of mid-2025, many small investors reportedly lost money while a concentrated group of wallets gained large profits. 
Copycats / scams,After $TRUMP launched, many copycat or impersonating tokens appeared (over 700 reported), making it risky for investors who might confuse fakes with the “official” version. 
