Ripple CEO Garlinghouse Meets Trump, Signals Strong 2025 Start

The dinner comes at a time of rising optimism for Ripple. Following its courtroom success over the SEC, which had accused Ripple of selling unregistered securities via XRP, the company is poised for further growth. 

Legal experts, including pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton, have emphasized that Ripple’s triumph over the SEC reflects the company’s resilience, with the SEC’s aggressive tactics failing to deter Ripple’s operations.

Garlinghouse’s social media post was accompanied by a light-hearted comment from Alderoty, who joked about the dinner’s menu. However, beneath the casual tone lies a deeper sense of achievement, as Ripple has emerged stronger from the legal battle, potentially opening the door to more favorable regulatory treatment.

Ripple has been increasing its focus on the U.S. market. The company revealed that more than three-quarters of its newly created positions are in the United States, signaling a shift from its previous international emphasis. In the final weeks of 2024, Ripple secured more U.S. business contracts than in the previous six months combined, suggesting an expansion of its domestic presence.

The dinner between Garlinghouse, Alderoty, and Trump follows a series of high-profile meetings involving key figures in the U.S. political scene. U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis, a staunch supporter of blockchain technology, has been in talks with Paul Atkins, who is expected to be nominated as SEC Chairman by President-elect Trump.

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