Senate Punts Clarity Act Vote to September as Democrats Hold Out
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Senate Majority Leader Thune announces the Clarity Act vote will be delayed until September, leaving weeks to secure 60 votes before the midterms take over. The delay gives lawmakers time to negotiate and find support, but also increases uncertainty for the crypto industry, which has been awaiting clarity on regulatory frameworks and potential implications for market stability and growth.
Senate Majority Leader Thune says the bill will be queued up when lawmakers return, leaving weeks to find 60 votes before midterms take over.