ontime3 Future Florida Governor Wants Bitcoin

This conversation also prompted a response from X user Jimmy Kostro, who noted, “He said crypto in this video.” Porter replied, “Bitcoin is a crypto,” but then explained his rationale for distinguishing BTC from other digital currencies: “Bitcoin is unique and stands on its own. There is no 2nd best. But saying it’s not a crypto is like saying gold isn’t a metal. […] I’d much prefer people say: ‘Bitcoin is different than all other cryptocurrencies’ than ‘Bitcoin isn’t a cryptocurrency.’ But I also understand why people say the latter as it’s important to differentiate.”

Donalds’ remarks arrive amid growing interest in BTC across the state. Florida lawmakers are currently reviewing legislation (SB 550) that would formally establish a SBR, allowing the state’s Chief Financial Officer to invest up to 10% of Florida’s funds in Bitcoin. The sponsor of the bill is none other than Senator Joe Gruters who also serves as Treasurer of the Republican National Committee (RNC) and has earned a reputation for championing pro-BTC initiatives.