President Donald Trump favors exempting small crypto payments from taxes. This news, announced at a press conference, has already sparked excitement in the crypto community. Let’s break it down.
Such an incentive to reduce crypto taxes may alter how Americans spend digital assets in daily life.
White House Addresses Crypto Policy
During a White House press briefing, Frank Corva, the White House correspondent for Bitcoin Magazine, asked about crypto legislation. He was interested in knowing what the administration thought of it. His inquiries were aimed at two big problems. Taxation in crypto on small transactions and state attitude toward central bank digital currencies.
In its turn, the White House confirmed that the President prefers a de minimis crypto tax exemption. It would exempt small crypto transactions, like today’s small foreign exchange transactions.
🇺🇸 WHITE HOUSE SAID PRESIDENT TRUMP SUPPORTS TO ELIMINATE CAPITAL GAINS TAX FOR SMALL #BITCOIN PAYMENTS
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— Vivek Sen (@Vivek4real_) January 9, 2026
Crypto Tax Exemption
Right now, paying for everyday items with crypto is difficult. Even buying things with Bitcoin can trigger a taxable event. The White House explained that removing crypto taxes on small payments would make crypto simpler and more practical to use. The goal is to allow people to spend crypto without tracking every tiny gain or loss.
Officials said the administration is receptive to legislative solutions. These solutions would make crypto payments easier and more efficient for everyday users.
A HUGE win-
President Donald Trump is reportedly set to remove tax on Bitcoin and other crypto transactions, according to journalist and technologist Paul Barron.
President Donald Trump reportedly wants to remove taxes on Bitcoin and other crypto transactions, according to Paul… pic.twitter.com/G5TcvLKyzK
— @JosetteCaruso Josette Caruso (@JosetteCaruso_) January 12, 2026
No CBDC, Clear Opposition
The briefing also touched on central bank digital currencies, or CBDCs. The White House made its position clear. President Trump strongly opposes a U.S. central bank digital currency. He previously signed an executive order banning it in January and supports efforts by Congress to turn that order into law.
The current Genius Act lacks CBDC language, but the administration supports future legislation. That legislation would officially block the issuance of a government-issued digital dollar.
Genius Act and What Comes Next
The White House confirmed that the Genius Act has passed Congress and is heading to the President’s desk. The White House expects to hold a signing ceremony soon. Officials said the legislation is part of a broader plan. It aims to make the United States the world’s crypto capital, a promise Trump made during his campaign.
🐦 This week is a crucial one for crypto
🔵 SEC Chairman Paul Atkins stated that the U.S. is on the verge of major changes in crypto regulation.
What matters?
🔴 Congress has passed the Genius Act — the first cryptocurrency law in U.S. history.
The law lays the foundation for… pic.twitter.com/4gJYlXh0l9
— Discover (@0x_Discover) January 13, 2026
Conclusion
The White House’s confirmation of Trump’s support for removing crypto taxes on small payments is a big moment for the industry. If passed into law, fewer crypto taxes could unlock real adoption.
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