Former President Donald Trump Hosts Dinner for NFT Buyers at Mar-a-Lago Residence

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Politics
08/05/2024 19h11

In a break from his ongoing court proceedings, former President Donald Trump is set to host a special dinner at his Mar-a-Lago residence for buyers of his NFT trading cards, according to sources familiar with the planning. The event, organized as part of Trump's non-campaign-focused ventures, will take place today.

The "Mugshot Edition" of Trump's digital trading cards has garnered significant attention, offering buyers an exclusive bonus of a small swatch of the suit the former president wore during his mug shot in Fulton County, Georgia. These NFTs, or nonfungible tokens, have proven to be lucrative for Trump, with disclosed financial statements revealing six-figure earnings from his previous "superhero" NFT collection.

While there has been speculation regarding Trump's desire to be on the campaign trail rather than tangled up in court proceedings, his schedule for today does not include any public campaign events. Instead, it is reported that private political meetings are also on the agenda, alongside the dinner with NFT buyers.

Trump has utilized naming rights agreements with Florida-based LLCs to capitalize on his name and likeness. Beyond the NFT market, he has previously used similar business structures to promote various products, including a Trump sneaker line, a Trump-branded perfume and cologne, and even a high-priced Bible.

Although Trump has expressed frustration with his New York trial and other legal issues, referring to them as "election interference," he has managed to squeeze in campaign-related activities amidst the courtroom drama. Last week, he hosted rallies in Michigan and Wisconsin, emphasizing the need for multiple rallies per day due to his court obligations.

As the criminal hush money trial enters its fourth week, Trump's focus on his non-campaign ventures remains apparent. Nevertheless, his engagement with NFT buyers and private political meetings indicate his continued involvement in various spheres.

The exclusive dinner at Mar-a-Lago serves as another reminder of Trump's ability to navigate multiple endeavors simultaneously, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit. While the former president's court battles continue, he continues to explore alternative avenues for personal and financial gain.

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