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Home»BITCOIN NEWS»Bitcoin as a fee? The British Prime Minister has denied claims that he paid Bitcoin or $1 million for the interview.
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Bitcoin as a fee? The British Prime Minister has denied claims that he paid Bitcoin or $1 million for the interview.

By Crypto FlexsFebruary 22, 20243 Mins Read
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In a recent turn of events, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has become embroiled in a media dispute with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson. The dispute centers around claims that Johnson demanded Bitcoin or $1 million in exchange for the interview, which the prime minister’s team has strongly denied. Carlson, known for his influence on American right-wing media, accused Johnson of demanding quid pro quo for discussions on Ukraine.

Carlson’s accusations and Johnson’s response

In a recent interview with Blaze TV, Tucker Carlson claimed that Johnson’s team notified him of the possibility of an interview, but with a hefty price tag attached. According to Carlson, the prime minister asked for US$1 million, gold or Bitcoin.

Carlson said in an interview with right-wing news channel Blaze TV:

“Finally one of his advisors came back to me and said, ‘He’ll talk to you, but it’s going to cost a million dollars.’”

Screenshot of Tucker Carlson interview on BlazeTV.

Just in: Tucker Carlson says former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson demanded $1 million in US dollars, gold, or cash. #Bitcoin For an interview. pic.twitter.com/HY1USCudKJ

— Bitcoin Magazine (@BitcoinMagazine) February 20, 2024

The Telegraph quoted Carlson as saying:

“He wants $1 million in American dollars, gold or Bitcoin. This happened yesterday or two days ago. Then he will tell you about Ukraine. He will explain his own position on Ukraine.”

Johnson’s team quickly dismissed these claims, insisting that it was Carlson who made the offer and that Johnson initially accepted on the condition that the funds go directly to a Ukrainian veterans’ charity. However, the interview did not take place and Prime Minister Johnson cited the tragic death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny as the reason.

Bitcoin: Cryptocurrency’s Unlikely Role in Media Drama

In an unexpected twist, cryptocurrency entered this media drama. Carlson elaborated on the interview offer, specifying that Johnson would prefer $1 million in BTC.

BTCUSD trading at $51,770 on the 24-hour chart: TradingView.com

The reasons for this preference remain unclear, but the mention of Bitcoin adds an interesting layer to the unfolding story. Johnson’s team did not comment on this specific detail, leaving room for speculation about the role and importance of cryptocurrencies in the proposed interview.

Leading digital assets that have seen remarkable price growth over the past decade have become the focus of the global financial community. Johnson, who knows Bitcoin’s outstanding performance, says he believes in Bitcoin’s continued success.

This belief is rooted in the history of Bitcoin, which has seen a significant rise in value from $0.003 in 2010 to about $69,000 in 2021. Recently, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) approved 11 spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds, further solidifying the value of cryptocurrency assets. It has established itself as the best asset.

The intersection of politics and cryptocurrency

The convergence of politics and cryptocurrency in this story adds complexity to the already controversial exchange between Johnson and Carlson. The use of Bitcoin as a proposed payment method raises questions about the growing influence and acceptance of cryptocurrencies in mainstream transactions.

As political discourse becomes intertwined with the financial environment, the story highlights the evolving nature of media, politics, and the role of emerging technologies such as Bitcoin in shaping these dynamics.

Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

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