Bessent urges Senate to vote on CLARITY Act now

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on X that the United States must lead in digital assets as he pressed for immediate Senate action.

Summary

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called for the Senate to vote on the CLARITY Act "NOW," arguing in a post on X that the United States must lead in digital assets. The statement adds a senior administration voice to the policy debate around crypto market structure, an area the industry has argued needs clearer federal rules.

Terms & Concepts
  • digital assets: Blockchain-based tokens and related instruments.