Trump White House Says 57.55 BTC From Samourai Wallet Forfeiture Still Held Under EO 14233

On January 16, 2026, the Trump White House confirmed that 57.55 BTC forfeited by Samourai Wallet developers remains on the U.S. government balance sheet and has not been sold. Officials stated the Bitcoin is being held in the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in line with Executive Order 14233, after on-chain movements to Coinbase had raised concerns about a possible violation. The report also notes ongoing tensions over crypto policy, including SDNY prosecutions and debates around the CLARITY Act's treatment of stablecoins and DeFi.