Michael Saylor Urges U.S. Government to Secure 25% of Bitcoin Supply by 2035

In a bold proposal aimed at positioning the United States as a global leader in the digital economy, Michael Saylor, the founder of Strategy, has urged the U.S. government to acquire up to 25% of Bitcoin’s total supply by 2035. This ambitious plan, which he outlined in a detailed document titled “A Digital Assets Strategy to Dominate the 21st Century Global Economy,” envisions the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) that could become a cornerstone of U.S. economic stability.

Saylor's vision for the U.S. government is clear: he believes that over the next decade, the federal government should aim to purchase between 5% and 25% of Bitcoin’s total supply, beginning in 2025. By 2035, when nearly 99% of Bitcoin’s total supply will have been issued, the U.S. could control a substantial portion of the network’s supply, positioning it as an integral part of the country’s economic future.

In the document, Saylor recommends a “programmatic, daily acquisition” strategy, allowing the government to steadily accumulate Bitcoin at a time when its value is expected to appreciate. He also emphasizes a key principle: “Never sell your Bitcoin.” According to Saylor, this strategy would not only safeguard the nation’s wealth but also potentially generate a massive economic windfall over time. He predicts that by 2045, the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve could produce between $16 trillion and $81 trillion for the U.S. Treasury—money that could go a long way toward alleviating the nation’s national debt and ensuring financial prosperity for future generations.

Saylor presented this strategy to U.S. President Donald Trump, government executives, and global leaders in the cryptocurrency space at the White House Crypto Summit on March 7. His proposal comes at a time when Bitcoin’s role as a store of value is gaining increasing recognition, particularly in light of the potential instability in traditional financial systems. Saylor’s strategy suggests that the U.S. government’s holdings in Bitcoin could serve as a perpetual source of wealth, not unlike how countries hold gold reserves today.

Notably, Saylor’s proposal goes beyond previous legislative efforts to secure Bitcoin for the U.S. government. For instance, Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis introduced the Bitcoin Act in 2024, which called for the U.S. to acquire 1 million BTC (roughly 5% of Bitcoin’s total supply). Saylor’s plan, however, calls for a much more substantial allocation—5.25 million BTC, or 25% of the total supply.

The idea of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is gaining traction, especially after President Trump signed an executive order on March 7 that established the groundwork for a "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve" and a "Digital Asset Stockpile" within the government. The order, which directs the U.S. Treasury and Commerce secretaries to develop strategies for acquiring more Bitcoin, is seen as a first step toward building the reserve. Though it does not outline immediate plans to make additional purchases, the executive order calls for budget-neutral strategies to ensure that the acquisition of Bitcoin doesn’t result in additional costs for taxpayers. The initial funds for this stockpile will come from cryptocurrencies seized in criminal cases.

Saylor himself has been actively acquiring Bitcoin, having recently purchased an additional $2 billion worth on February 24. This brings his total holdings to nearly 500,000 BTC. He raised the funds for the acquisition through a senior convertible note offering, further solidifying his commitment to Bitcoin as a long-term store of value.

As the cryptocurrency landscape evolves, Saylor’s call for the U.S. government to take a more proactive stance in securing Bitcoin is part of a broader conversation about how digital assets will shape the future of the global economy. His plan suggests that Bitcoin could become a cornerstone of national economic policy, providing the U.S. with a new avenue to safeguard wealth and generate revenue while positioning the country as a dominant force in the digital age.

With the strategic importance of digital assets becoming ever more apparent, Saylor's proposal could have profound implications for both the U.S. government and the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem.