Cryptocurrencies can obscure the identity of donors, making it difficult to verify the source of the funds. This anonymity complicates efforts to ensure that donations comply with regulations, particularly those that prohibit contributions from foreign nationals and other restricted sources.

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Crypto donations, by their nature, can be anonymous and transferred from anywhere, potentially undermining the integrity of the Federal Election Campaign Act (FECA) which strictly prohibits foreign nationals from making contributions or donations in connection with any U.S. election, including contributions to political committees or for electioneering communications (52 U.S.C. § 30121).

Its not yet clear if the Trump campaign will retain the cryptocurrency or sell it immediately, as well as what fees might be incurred during liquidation. Although the campaign intends to comply with US election laws, the anonymous nature of cryptocurrencies can complicate the verification of the source of the funds.