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Donald Trump's line of digital trading cards sold out in a day, making him millions despite the ongoing slump in cryptocurrencies and mockery from some of his allies.
The Soldier Ride is taking place in the East Room of the White House.
They brought in over four million dollars.
One card shows Trump in hunting gear with a gun, while another shows him dressed as a superhero.
Despite the project's apparent popularity among his followers, some Trump allies spoke out against it like his former advisor Steve Bannon, who said on his podcasts the Trump staff behind the decision should be fired.
Michael Flynn said on an online stream that he would fire anyone who advised him on that.
A far-right internet personality who goes by the name Baked Alaska pleaded guilty to storming the capitol and was sentenced to jail.
The value of digital assets has fallen in the last few months, most recently with the downfall of FTX. Trump's cards seem to have bucked the trend, with some of the NFTs appearing on the secondary market on platforms like Open Sea for around 0.182 ETH.
Trump announced last month that he would run for president again. Some of his followers believed he was about to announce a major political move including a possible running mate. His popularity among Republican voters has fallen, according to three polls. His opponent in the Florida governor's race has seen his popularity increase. McConnell blames Trump for the party's disappointing results.
Along with ownership of an NFT, Trump supporters were incentivized to buy the cards to gain entry to sweepstakes offering prizes such as golfing at a Trump resort property, meeting Trump in person or taking part in a group Zoom call. Customers who bought at least 45 cards would receive a ticket to the event with the former president. The project is part of a licensing deal and the funds won't go towards Trump's campaign.
It was Trump's major announcement that was going to make him rich.
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