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Crypto Week Cliffhanger: House Vote Stalls Amidst Memecoin Mania and Procedural Hurdles

Jul 17, 2025 at 03:15 am

Crypto Week in Congress hits a snag as procedural votes fail, a Trump-themed memecoin unlocks, and debates rage over stablecoin regulation and market structure.

Crypto Week Cliffhanger: House Vote Stalls Amidst Memecoin Mania and Procedural Hurdles

Crypto Week in Congress turned into a nail-biter as procedural votes on key crypto legislation stalled in the House. The drama unfolded alongside the unlocking of a significant amount of the Trump-themed memecoin, adding another layer of intrigue to the already complex situation.

Procedural Vote Fails to Launch Crypto Bills

The House of Representatives faced a significant hurdle when a procedural vote to advance to a final poll on critical crypto legislation failed. This setback occurred despite an earlier procedural motion passing, highlighting the deep divisions and challenges in reaching a consensus on crypto regulation.

The bills in question include the Clarity Act (market structure), the GENIUS Act (stablecoins), and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance Act. The procedural snag initially arose when the House Freedom Caucus opposed advancing to debate and a final vote, citing a lack of input into the stablecoin bill. Despite President Trump's intervention, who claimed to have convinced some dissenting members to switch their votes, the legislation faced continued resistance.

Memecoin Mania and Political Intrigue

Adding to the drama, 90 million Official Trump (TRUMP) tokens, valued at over $900 million, were set to be unlocked. This event increased the memecoin’s circulating supply by 45%, creating buzz and speculation within the crypto community. The memecoin's connection to Trump has drawn criticism, with some, like Representative Maxine Waters, arguing that it “serves NO purpose” other than to “extract money from investors and sell access to the White House.”

Stablecoin Showdown and Market Structure Scramble

The core of the legislative debate centers on stablecoin regulation and market structure. The House is considering the Senate's GENIUS Act for stablecoins, rather than its own STABLE Act. This decision has caused friction, particularly among members of the House Freedom Caucus. The Clarity Act, aimed at establishing a crypto market structure, also faces an uncertain path forward. The proposed merger of the anti-CBDC bill with the Clarity Act, reportedly suggested by Trump, could further complicate matters by potentially losing Democratic support.

What's Next?

The fate of these crypto bills remains uncertain. While some anticipate bipartisan support for the major legislation, the procedural hurdles and political maneuvering demonstrate the challenges of navigating crypto regulation in Congress. The situation is fluid, and further developments are expected.

So, buckle up, crypto enthusiasts! It seems like this "Crypto Week" is far from over, and the twists and turns are just beginning. Will the bills pass? Will the memecoin affect the political landscape? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure: it's never a dull moment in the world of crypto and politics!

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