Recent documents reveal the U.S. Marshals Service holds only 28,988 BTC, prompting questions about overall government Bitcoin assets and the upcoming audit report.
An independent journalist disclosed that the U.S. Marshals Service currently holds 28,988 BTC, significantly lower than previous estimates of over 200,000 BTC. This has led to speculation regarding the potential sell-off of government Bitcoin holdings. The documents were obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request and highlight the complexity of U.S. Bitcoin holdings, emphasizing that other agencies may also possess seized assets. The U.S. government is expected to release an official audit soon, which may clarify the actual amount of Bitcoin held by various agencies.