President Donald Trump renewed his pro-crypto message by questioning whether Bitcoin should be taxed like a traditional investment while defending his financial disclosure, which revealed substantial crypto-related earnings.

Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews before departing on Air Force One late July 2 into July 3, Trump also praised the stock market, reaffirmed support for digital assets, and addressed concerns about his business interests.

Trump Says Bitcoin Shouldn’t Face Capital Gains Tax

During the informal press gaggle, Trump argued that Bitcoin has evolved into a form of money and questioned why users should pay capital gains tax on everyday purchases.

Using a coffee…