White House Reviews Sovereign Wealth Fund Proposal – Coincu

Key Points:

  • Treasury-led proposal for a U.S. sovereign wealth fund submitted for White House review.
  • White House raises objections to parts of the proposed plan.
  • Aimed at securing America’s national and economic future.

President Trump’s advisors submitted a sovereign wealth fund proposal to the White House on May 8th, 2025.

The White House review of the proposal, pushing for U.S. economic leadership, is significant given its potential to impact national security policy.

White House and Treasury Discuss Fund’s National Security Impact

White House officials are reviewing a sovereign wealth fund proposal submitted by the Treasury Department, following President Trump’s executive order. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick collaborated on developing the plan aimed at creating an American sovereign wealth fund.

Concerns were raised by the White House regarding some aspects of the proposal. However, no operational details have been finalized, nor has a decision been made. A White House spokesperson stated: “The government remains committed” to adhering to Trump’s directives on national security.

“The Saudi Arabia fund is on the large side, but eventually we’ll catch it. We’re going to create a lot of wealth for the fund.”

Sovereign Funds Manage $13.7 Trillion Globally

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Sovereign wealth funds have grown significantly, managing $13.7 trillion globally, compared to only $500 billion in the 1990s. The U.S. proposal, if approved, could shift this landscape further globally.

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Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 01:19 UTC on May 8, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap

The proposed sovereign wealth fund reflects a desire to capitalize on robust economic circumstances, using strategic investments to cultivate a sustainable financial footing for future generations.

Source: https://coincu.com/336268-trump-sovereign-wealth-fund-proposal-2/