Senator Lummis Announces Trump’s Support for Bitcoin Act

Senator Lummis reveals Trump's endorsement of legislation proposing a 1 million Bitcoin federal reserve, marking a significant shift in U.S. cryptocurrency policy.

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Summary

Speaking at a Bitcoin conference in Las Vegas, Senator Cynthia Lummis announced Trump's support for her Bitcoin bill, which proposes establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The legislation aims for the U.S. government to acquire 1 million Bitcoins over five years, funded through Federal Reserve and Treasury resources.

Terms & Concepts
  • BITCOIN Act: Proposed legislation directing the US government to acquire 1 million Bitcoin over five years using existing Federal Reserve and Treasury funds.
  • Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: A proposed government-held Bitcoin reserve funded by Federal Reserve and Treasury resources.