World Liberty Financial, a DeFi platform backed by Trump, launched a USD1 stablecoin on KuCoin, despite the exchange being banned in the U.S.
The move has sparked controversy as KuCoin admitted to operating as an unlicensed money-transmitting business in the U.S. before.
White House Press Secretary affirmed Trump's compliance with conflict-of-interest rules amidst the partnership with KuCoin.
Critics raise ethical and regulatory concerns over listing a politically backed stablecoin on a sanctioned exchange, while supporters see it as a strategic move to tap into high-growth markets.