Ripple CEO Pushes XRP Adoption for Trump’s Digital Asset Reserve Plan

Shortly after taking office, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a Presidential Working Group. This group was tasked with developing a federal framework for digital asset regulations and exploring the idea of a national “digital assets stockpile,” according to FOX Business reporter Eleanor Terrett.

Ripple CEO’s View on XRP and U.S. Adoption

Amid ongoing discussions about Trump’s potential Bitcoin reserve, a fresh angle has surfaced.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Brad Garlinghouse   Brad Garlinghouse is an American businessman and a major crypto influencer. He is the CEO of Ripple Labs, which offers cryptocurrency and blockchain solutions. Brad has also worked at Hightail, AOL, and Yahoo in prominent positions.   Ripple Labs has backed several blockchain startups and investors to grow decentralized finance. Brad sees crypto as a tool for financial freedom and has worked with other influencers in this regard.   Quick Facts   Full Name Bradley Kent Garlinghouse Birth 06-02-1971, in Topeka, Kansas Nationality American Education Bachelor's degree in Economics, MBA from Harvard Business School. Net Worth $10B (Refer here)   Ripple's native token, XRP is among the top digital assets. As per CoinGape, Brad's company has $100 billion worth of XRP tokens in its reserve. This will help further innovation in Web3 and blockchain projects. As per reports surfing on Binance’s blog, Brad Garlinghouse may step down as CEO of Ripple to join the Crypto Advisory Council, which is led by President Trump. This significant event will boost the adoption of decentralized finance and blockchain growth.   Brad Garlinghouse: Trivia   2007: Served as Senior VP at Yahoo!, heading communications and consumer products. 2012: Became CEO of Hightail, leading digital file-sharing innovations. 2015: Joined Ripple as COO to push blockchain adoption in cross-border payments. 2017: Became CEO of Ripple, driving XRP adoption and blockchain partnerships. 2020: Led Ripple’s defense against the SEC lawsuit over XRP’s security status. 2021: Expanded Ripple’s ODL (On-Demand Liquidity) network for global crypto payments. 2023: Got a partial success against the SEC, declaring XRP as not a security. 2024: Continue leading Ripple in CBDC collaborations and global blockchain finance. 2025: May join Trump's Crypto Advisory Council to set regulations.   Notable Works & Achievements by Brad Garlinghouse   Year Achievements Details 2003 Wrote the 'Peanut Butter Manifesto' at Yahoo! Highlighted Yahoo!'s lack of focus in operations. 2015 Joined Ripple as Chief Operating Officer Took measures to integrate blockchain technology into banking systems. 2017 Appointed CEO of Ripple Expanded Ripple's global partnerships, enhancing cross-border payment solutions. 2020 Named in Forbes' List of Wealthiest in Cryptocurrency Recognized for significant contributions to the crypto industry. 2023 Legal Victory in SEC vs. Ripple Case Achieved a favorable ruling impacting cryptocurrency regulations.   Useful Links To Connect with Brad Garlinghouse   Platform  Link X (formerly Twitter) https://twitter.com/bgarlinghouse LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradgarlinghouse Ripple’s Website https://ripple.com/leadership/brad-garlinghouse/     EntrepreneurInvestorChief Executive OfficerBoard Member has suggested that the U.S. government might eventually consider holding XRP tokens. Such a move could boost Ripple’s adoption and potentially lead to a significant increase in XRP’s price.

Although Garlinghouse has not directly linked XRP to a digital reserve, speculation within the crypto community is growing. His push for clearer cryptocurrency regulations has raised expectations for Ripple’s future. Ripple’s earlier meetings with Trump’s administration also hint at potential lobbying efforts to promote XRP.

Trump’s Focus on a Digital Asset Stockpile

In a recent decision, Trump chose to prioritize a digital asset stockpile instead of a Bitcoin reserve. This shift has sparked questions, particularly among investors wary of political donations influencing policy. Ripple’s possible involvement in these developments has added fuel to the ongoing debates about the cryptocurrency market’s future.

The Biggest Obstacle

Adding to the controversy, Pierre Rochard recently claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that Ripple’s lobbying efforts are blocking the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). Rochard alleged that Ripple is spending millions to undermine the SBR initiative while pushing for CBDCs built on their platform.

Garlinghouse strongly denied these accusations, asserting that Ripple’s efforts align with the broader crypto community’s shared goal of creating a comprehensive strategic reserve—including Bitcoin.

“Unless you are choosing to ignore the core tenants of the POTUS campaign (which aggressively supports American companies and technologies), our efforts are actually INCREASING the likelihood of a crypto strategic reserve (which includes bitcoin).”

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Spotlight on U.S.-Based Crypto Assets

A report by the New York Post suggested that the Trump administration aimed to prioritize U.S.-founded crypto assets like XRP, Solana, and USDC as part of its digital asset strategy. Although Trump has not explicitly mentioned Bitcoin or XRP, the focus on American-founded cryptocurrencies could significantly impact XRP’s adoption and price outlook.

XRP’s Market Outlook

As speculation around XRP’s potential role grows, the token is currently trading at $3.14, consolidating despite strong demand. While there is no official confirmation of XRP accumulation by the government, optimism persists. Based on historical trends and current market conditions, XRP’s price could realistically reach between $5 and $20 by the end of Q1 2025.

For now, the industry awaits further clarity on U.S. digital asset policies and Ripple’s evolving role in this space.

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