Eric Trump has openly endorsed Ethereum and Bitcoin but remains noticeably silent about XRP, and one expert thinks he knows why. In a recent X (Twitter) thread, well-known crypto commentator All Things XRP dissected the silence surrounding XRP in the Trump family’s crypto discourse. He specifically pointed to the Trump-linked crypto initiative, World Liberty Financial, which has shown zero interest in XRP while heavily investing in ETH.
Eric Trump Praises ETH and BTC, Ignores XRP
The discussion reignited after All Things XRP recalled how Eric Trump tweeted in February 2025 that it was a “great time to buy ETH.” Days later, he also issued bullish remarks on Bitcoin, stating that market conditions offered an excellent opportunity for accumulation. These public endorsements fueled a surge in Bitcoin’s price, helping it edge closer to $98,000 at the time.
In contrast, Trump has made no public comment on XRP, despite its increasing relevance in payment systems and discussions around potential inclusion in the U.S. crypto reserve initiative.
World Liberty Financial Avoids XRP Entirely
According to All Things XRP, World Liberty Financial, the Trump family-backed crypto platform has actively excluded XRP from its investment portfolio, opting to channel millions of dollars into Ethereum instead.
In fact, the platform reportedly purchased approximately $48 million worth of ETH in 2025 alone. Its holdings now include assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tron, and various stablecoins, but not a single trace of XRP.
Why Eric Trump and World Liberty Might Be Avoiding XRP
All Things XRP proposed several reasons behind the continued avoidance of XRP by both Eric Trump and World Liberty Financial:
1. Lingering SEC Lawsuit Baggage
The XRP advocate suggested that despite the regulatory fog surrounding XRP clearing up, the SEC vs. Ripple lawsuit left a lasting impression. XRP was once labelled a security and underwent intense legal scrutiny. Although XRP has now regained regulatory footing, the “messy” perception might still linger in high-profile investment circles like those associated with the Trump brand.
2. Strategic DeFi Alignment
World Liberty Financial appears to be focusing on Decentralized Finance (DeFi) infrastructure. The platform reportedly views:
- Ethereum as the engine for DeFi innovation
- Bitcoin as digital gold
- XRP as cross-border payment rails
Because XRP doesn’t currently serve a prominent function within the DeFi sector, All Things XRP argued that it simply doesn’t fit into World Liberty’s current strategy, at least not yet.
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3. Political and Market Optics
The Trump brand is well-known for staying close to winners and steering clear of controversies. Endorsing XRP, a token previously embroiled in a legal scandal, might invite political or regulatory criticism. Therefore, it’s not surprising that Trump and his associates would opt for “safer,” high-liquidity assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum, both of which dominate headlines and institutional narratives.
All Things XRP explained that this decision likely stems more from optics and timing than an outright dismissal of XRP’s utility.
While the silence has raised eyebrows, the expert clarified that this may not be a permanent rejection of XRP. Instead, he believes the Trump crypto empire may await further regulatory clarity before officially engaging with XRP. He even hinted that internal plans for XRP could already exist, though they haven’t yet been made public.
