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Entrepreneur and Tesla CEO Elon Musk has thrown his support behind Vivek Ramaswamy, a young and emerging Republican presidential candidate. Following an appearance on Tucker Carlson’s online show, a clip of Ramaswamy was shared on social media with the caption, “Vivek Ramaswamy is the youngest Republican presidential candidate ever. Responding to the post, Musk said, “He is a very promising candidate,” sparking interest in Ramaswamy’s candidacy and views on cryptocurrency.
He is a very promising candidate https://t.co/bEQU8L21nd
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 17, 2023
Ramaswamy’s Pro-Crypto Stance
Known for his outspoken views on cryptocurrencies and digital finance, Ramaswamy has actively advocated for a more robust crypto ecosystem in the US. During the Bitcoin 2023 conference held in Miami, he announced his campaign’s acceptance of Bitcoin donations, becoming the second candidate in the 2024 US presidential race to do so.
Just announced we’re officially accepting #Bitcoin donations.
Give $1.
Let’s make the 2024 election a referendum on fiat currency. https://t.co/KrHJdomtCh pic.twitter.com/OkVmoBmTFz— Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) May 20, 2023
Ramaswamy showcased a QR code at the conference, which directed users to a payment gateway with multiple donation options, including Bitcoin and satoshis. In return for contributions up to the $6,600 limit, eligible donors would receive an exclusive nonfungible token (NFT) as a show of appreciation.
Ramaswamy’s decision follows the footsteps of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the first US presidential candidate to accept Bitcoin donations. Such moves from political candidates signify the growing importance and influence of cryptocurrencies in the future of finance.
A Growing Republican Voice
Ramaswamy’s beliefs resonate with the Republican base. In a social media post, he laid out ten points detailing his conservative views, including statements like “God is real,” “The nuclear family is the greatest form of governance known to mankind,” and “The U.S. Constitution is the strongest guarantor of freedoms in history.” His rising popularity has seen him inching closer to the pro-Bitcoin Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, in the Republican presidential field.
However, Ramaswamy’s political journey isn’t without challenges. He is facing two lawsuits from former employees at Strive Asset Management, the company he co-founded. The employees claim they were pressured into violating securities laws during their tenure at the firm.
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