The well-known author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, Robert Kiyosaki, has expressed fresh worries about the state of the American economy. On February 22, he conjectured about the potential of missing gold reserves at Fort Knox in a post on X (previously Twitter).
“What if? What if Trump finds gold in Ft. Knox is missing?” Kiyosaki wrote. “I doubt gold is missing. I want to believe gold is there. But what if gold is missing?”
He warned that such a scenario could trigger economic devastation, stating: “The U.S. economy would collapse. The dollar would crash. The world would be in chaos. And inflation would wipe out millions of people, families, and businesses.”
Recently, there has been a surge in speculation over Fort Knox’s gold holdings. According to reports, former President Donald Trump has indicated a desire to accompany Elon Musk to the facility in order to confirm its contents. Transparency issues have been heightened by Musk’s prior doubts about the safety of the gold kept there. The public has long debated the secrecy surrounding Fort Knox, with many advocating for increased responsibility with regard to the country’s gold stockpiles.
Given the uncertainty surrounding gold reserves, Kiyosaki reiterated his preference for alternative assets. He emphasized the importance of diversifying wealth, stating: “Just in case gold is missing… I own gold, silver, and bitcoin. The U.S. dollar will be toilet paper. Silver will be king.”
Kiyosaki has consistently warned against reliance on fiat currency, arguing that hard assets offer protection against financial instability. He believes a potential collapse of the U.S. dollar is inevitable and has urged people to prepare accordingly. Alongside financial security, he has also suggested taking personal safety measures in case of economic turmoil.
Ending his message with a thought-provoking question, Kiyosaki encouraged people to reflect on possible economic risks: “What if?”