{"id":353295,"date":"2024-07-27T13:55:27","date_gmt":"2024-07-27T08:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dripp.zone\/news\/?p=353295"},"modified":"2024-07-27T13:55:27","modified_gmt":"2024-07-27T08:25:27","slug":"peter-schiff-blasts-rfk-jrs-bitcoin-buy-plan-as-vote-buying-tactic-crypto-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dripp.zone\/news\/peter-schiff-blasts-rfk-jrs-bitcoin-buy-plan-as-vote-buying-tactic-crypto-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Peter Schiff Blasts RFK Jr’s Bitcoin Buy Plan As ‘Vote-Buying’ Tactic – Crypto News"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In a bold declaration at the Bitcoin Conference 2024 in Nashville, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. outlined his ambitious plan to transform the U.S. approach to BTC if elected President. Kennedy announced he would sign multiple executive orders on his first day in office aimed at integrating BTC into the U.S. economic strategy. However, the statement has attracted criticism from Peter Schiff, a renowned Bitcoin skeptic.<\/p>\n

Robert F. Kennedy Jr On BTC Reserve<\/h2>\n

Kennedy\u2019s plan includes directing the Department of Justice and U.S. Marshals to transfer approximately 200,000 Bitcoin held by the government to the U.S. Treasury. The Treasury would then hold this BTC as a strategic asset. Additionally, Kennedy proposed that the Treasury purchase 550 BTC daily until the U.S. accumulates a reserve of at least \u201c4 million\u201d BTC.<\/p>\n

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He believes this move would establish the U.S. as a dominant force in the global BTC market, analogous to its significant share of global gold reserves. Kennedy also aims to reform the tax treatment of Bitcoin. He plans to sign an executive order instructing the IRS to make all transactions between Bitcoin and the U.S. dollar non-taxable and issue public guidelines on this matter.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, he proposes allowing BTC to be used in 1031 exchanges for real property, enhancing its usability. It\u2019s also important to note that Kennedy announced the BTC reserve plan before Trump\u2019s rumored announcement on Saturday, July 27. Hence, a crypto voter shift could be noted.<\/p>\n

However, Kennedy\u2019s odds of winning the presidency appear slim. According to Polymarket, Kennedy has only a 1% chance of winning the election, while former President Donald Trump holds a dominant 54% chance. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris boasts 39% win odds, according to Polymarket.<\/p>\n

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Also Read:\u00a0Pro-Bitcoin RFK Eyes Election Victory, Denies Endorsement For Donald Trump<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Peter Schiff Slams RFK Jr<\/h2>\n

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Peter Schiff, a well-known critic of Bitcoin and a prominent economist, has harshly criticized Kennedy\u2019s proposal. In a post on X, Schiff labeled Kennedy\u2019s plan as a \u2018vote-buying\u2019 strategy. Schiff suggesting that the candidate is attempting to attract BTC enthusiasts by promising to use taxpayer funds to buy Bitcoin and eliminate income taxes on Bitcoin gains. Schiff questioned the strategic value of BTC.<\/p>\n

He stated, \u201cThere\u2019s nothing strategic about #Bitcoin. No nation should own any as a reserve asset.\u201d Moreover, Schiff\u2019s critique extends to Kennedy\u2019s broader policy implications. He argues that BTC does not offer the same benefits as a return to a gold standard, a policy Schiff supports.<\/p>\n

He expressed disappointment that Kennedy\u2019s otherwise positive message was overshadowed by his BTC stance. Schiff contends that BTC does not address fundamental issues. The economist noted that it implies that Kennedy\u2019s promises are more about garnering votes than implementing effective policy.<\/p>\n

Peter Schiff, hence, advocated for a traditional gold standard. Also, if it really is a vote-buying tactic, the plan may never be executed even if RFK Jr enters the White House. Adding to the discourse, Michael Saylor of MicroStrategy also proposed a similar plan but faced criticism from Schiff.<\/p>\n

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Saylor suggested that, just as the U.S. government holds a significant portion of the world\u2019s gold and land, it should also amass a considerable BTC reserve. Saylor\u2019s proposal echoed Kennedy\u2019s vision of the U.S. government being a major Bitcoin holder. However, Peter Schiff responded to Saylor\u2019s proposal with skepticism, labeling it as a bid for a government bailout of BTC.<\/p>\n

He accused Saylor of seeking government intervention to prop up BTC. The economist implied that such a move would leave taxpayers exposed to the risks of a failing crypto market. Moreover, Schiff wrote on X, \u201cIronically, Michael Saylor is looking for a government #Bitcoin bailout.\u201d He also labeled BTC as a \u201cpyramid scheme\u201d orchestrated by early investors like Saylor.<\/p>\n

Also Read:\u00a0Peter Schiff Slams MicroStrategy\u2019s Michael Saylor Over \u201cBitcoin Pyramid Scheme\u201d<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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