An announcement was made regarding an upcoming dinner event at Mar-a-Lago with Donald Trump and owners of the Mugshot NFT that displays his booking photo. Many individuals in the cryptocurrency community expressed interest in attending the dinner, which was said to be part of the NFT purchase deal.

Updates from NFT Owners

Despite not being listed on Trump's official website, the NFT platform selling the Mugshot NFTs is not affiliated with Trump's campaign. Social media posts by Brandon Davis indicated that supporters and members of the Hex blockchain network might also be in attendance at the event.

In August 2023, following charges related to the 2020 elections, Trump took a mugshot when surrendering to authorities. Those who bought the 47 Mugshot NFTs priced at $99 each were promised a dinner invitation at Mar-a-Lago. Trump hinted at aspirations to become the 47th U.S. President.

Legal Issues Surrounding Trump

Trump, facing criminal charges, has been present in a New York courtroom for jury selection since April 15, excluding Wednesdays when Chief Judge Juan Merchan covers other matters. He has faced criticism for interactions with journalists and social media posts about the judge, witnesses, and court staff. Trump's behavior has led to warnings of potential imprisonment.

The focus of the Mar-a-Lago dinner remains uncertain, whether it will center on NFTs or the broader cryptocurrency industry. Trump previously mentioned accepting crypto payments for his branded merchandise but stated he does not own Bitcoin. His stance on crypto was made public before becoming the Republican nominee, where he expressed opposition to a U.S. central bank digital currency should he win the presidency.

It is anticipated that Trump will run against President Joe Biden in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election.

This article was originally published on COINTURK NEWS.