Democrats Block Crypto Bill Backed by Trump And Spark Outrage

The GENIUS Act could’ve revolutionized stablecoins… but politics got in the way

💥 From Bipartisan to Breakdown — What Just Happened?

In a dramatic Senate showdown Friday, Democrats who once backed the GENIUS Act — a bill designed to regulate stablecoins and push U.S. crypto innovation forward — suddenly pulled the plug.

What changed?
👀 Behind closed doors, Democratic heavyweights Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Sen. Chuck Schumer reportedly rallied opposition just before the vote hit the Senate floor.

The move left Republicans stunned — and the crypto industry hanging.

🇺🇸 What’s the GENIUS Act All About?

The Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act aimed to:

• ✅ Track stablecoins to the U.S. dollar

• ✅ Create clear crypto regulations

• ✅ Protect users during bankruptcies

• ✅ Strengthen financial safeguards

• ✅ Help the U.S. lead in global crypto policy

Sounds reasonable, right? Even Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) called the bill “a step in the right direction” — despite voting for it in committee, he watched it get derailed by his own party.

🧠 Crypto Tied to Trump? That’s the Real Issue

Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC), a key co-sponsor, didn’t mince words: 

“Democrats put partisanship above policy… and the American people will pay the price.”

The political whisper? Some Dems feared the bill would hand Trump a bipartisan victory — or worse, personally benefit him.

That fear seems to have outweighed the potential benefit to a $3.1 trillion crypto market that's still dangerously unregulated.

⚖️ Thune & Scott Fire Back: “This Was About Denying a Win”

Senate Majority Leader John Thune doubled down on the suspicion:

“It makes you wonder… is this even about the bill?”

And Scott made it clear the fight isn’t over:

“We will continue to work on digital assets legislation to help make the United States the crypto capital of the world.”

🔍 Spotlight’s Take

Let’s be real: Crypto is no longer just tech talk — it’s a global power move. While China rolled out its digital yuan in 2022, the U.S. is still debating whether to act or argue.

This isn’t just about stablecoins — it’s about who controls the next era of money.
And for now, political games are winning over innovation.

🗣️ What Do You Think?

Did Democrats make the right call — or kill progress?
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