# Ethics Related Articles

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CLARITY Act Faces New Senate Threat Over Trump's Crypto Earnings

On July 30, minority staff of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee released a new analysis criticizing proposed revisions to the Senate's CLARITY Act, which aims to regulate digital asset holdings of public officials. The staff argues the bill's current language contains significant loopholes that would allow former President Donald Trump to continue profiting from his extensive cryptocurrency interests. The analysis details Trump's claimed crypto income sources for 2025, totaling approximately $1.4 billion. This includes about $799 million from World Liberty Financial (encompassing governance token sales, stablecoin revenue, stock sales, and crypto holdings) and $635 million in royalties from the `$TRUMP` meme coin. It also notes his holdings of Bitcoin and Ethereum valued over $50 million each. The staff contends that by prohibiting officials only from being an "issuer" or "sponsor" of a digital asset, the bill fails to block revenue from intermediaries, licensing deals, third-party issuers, or family-affiliated organizations. Provisions for "qualified blind trusts" would also allow direct asset holdings to retain value. Key points of ongoing partisan disagreement include the bill's reliance on federal enforcement, which ceases once an official leaves office, and its perceived inadequacy in addressing presidential crypto conflicts of interest. The new findings complicate efforts to secure the bipartisan support needed for the bill's passage.

cryptonews.ru11h ago

CLARITY Act Faces New Senate Threat Over Trump's Crypto Earnings

cryptonews.ru11h ago

Trump Media sells another 2,628 BTC, holdings fall to 4,261 BTC

Trump Media & Technology Group has sold an additional 2,628 Bitcoin (worth approximately $165 million), continuing a series of sales over the past seven months. According to blockchain data from Arkham cited by Lookonchain, these latest transfers to Crypto.com bring the company's total reported Bitcoin sales to 7,281 BTC (worth about $545 million), reducing its holdings by 63%. The company's remaining Bitcoin holdings now stand at 4,261 BTC, valued at $269.8 million. Trump Media initially purchased 11,542 BTC at an average price of $118,522 before beginning the sales. This activity occurs amid broader scrutiny of crypto ventures linked to former President Donald Trump, as lawmakers debate the CLARITY Act, which focuses on ethics rules, digital asset ownership, and potential conflicts of interest for public officials.

cointelegraphYesterday 09:35

Trump Media sells another 2,628 BTC, holdings fall to 4,261 BTC

cointelegraphYesterday 09:35

Trump Considers a Counteroffer on Ethics Issues as August Deadline for CLARITY Act Looms

Former President Trump is considering a bipartisan counterproposal on ethics provisions as the fate of the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act remains uncertain ahead of an August deadline. The bill aims to establish a federal regulatory framework for crypto companies, dividing oversight between the SEC and CFTC. The White House is reviewing a revised enforcement mechanism that would allow state attorneys general, not just the Justice Department, to police conflicts of interest for senior officials in the crypto sector. Republican Senator Thom Tillis and Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego have submitted a compromise ethics proposal to close loopholes in an earlier version, including a provision granting the Justice Department exclusive enforcement power. Democrats have pointed to Trump's own substantial crypto income as a reason for wanting independent oversight. The CLARITY Act passed the House in July 2025 with significant bipartisan support but faces a tight Senate vote requiring at least seven Democratic votes. With a week left before a recess, industry leaders are watching closely as negotiators work to finalize the language.

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 19:22

Trump Considers a Counteroffer on Ethics Issues as August Deadline for CLARITY Act Looms

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 19:22

CLARITY Act Support Reaches 1 Million 7 Days Before Senate Recess

Stand With Crypto announced that its supporters have contacted lawmakers 1 million times to urge the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act before its August 7 recess. The milestone comes amid ongoing Senate disagreements over enforcement powers, financial conflicts of interest, anti-money laundering measures, DeFi, asset custody, and stablecoin provisions. Supporters frame the bill as a regulatory framework for federal agencies, while critics argue it could hamper state-level investigations and leave ethics gaps. Institutional backing from firms like BlackRock and Fidelity has grown, but Galaxy Research lowered its 2026 passage odds from 50% to 30%, citing disputes, Senate voting hurdles, and a tight legislative calendar. New York Attorney General Letitia James called for stricter crypto oversight, warning the CLARITY Act might limit state action against fraud. Senate Republicans counter that the bill preserves federal anti-fraud powers and extends Bank Secrecy Act rules to crypto intermediaries. A Senate minority analysis concluded the bill's ethics provisions would not affect former President Donald Trump's existing crypto ventures, fueling Democratic calls for broader rules on officials' digital asset holdings. With the Senate's August break approaching, lawmakers must reconcile public and institutional pressure for the bill with demands for stronger state controls, consumer protections, and ethics rules. Passing major legislation requires 60 votes, making bipartisan support crucial ahead of the recess.

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 09:46

CLARITY Act Support Reaches 1 Million 7 Days Before Senate Recess

cryptonews.ru2 days ago 09:46

Senator Schumer proposes agency to address corruption, including Trump’s crypto ventures

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer introduced the Anti-Corruption Bureau Creation Act, a bill to establish a new federal agency with enforcement powers to investigate and prevent executive branch corruption. The legislation specifically cites President Donald Trump's substantial financial gains from cryptocurrency ventures, detailing over $2 billion in disclosed 2025 earnings, with $1.4 billion tied to crypto. The proposed bipartisan bureau would consolidate existing watchdogs like the Federal Election Commission. This move comes as Trump's crypto ties complicate Democratic support for the separate Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, with ethics concerns persisting. The anti-corruption bill requires Republican support to pass and could face a presidential veto. Meanwhile, the fate of the crypto market structure bill remains uncertain as the Senate session nears its end.

cointelegraph07/30 19:55

Senator Schumer proposes agency to address corruption, including Trump’s crypto ventures

cointelegraph07/30 19:55

Just One Step Away, What's Really Holding Up the Clarity Act?

The "Clarity Act," a major U.S. digital asset market structure bill, faces a critical hurdle with Congress's summer recess approaching on August 7. While the White House agreed to add an "ethics provision" targeting officials' crypto dealings—seen as a concession from Republicans—significant disagreements remain, causing analysts to lower its 2026 passage probability to 30%. The core dispute centers on the ethics clause's details. Democrats object to its enforcement being solely under the Department of Justice (DOJ), led by an ex-Trump lawyer, demanding independent oversight. They also oppose a sunset clause making the rules expire in 2029 (coinciding with a potential Trump term end) and argue restrictions on officials' family members are insufficient. Seven key Democratic senators negotiating the bill have called the current text inadequate. Republicans show little sign of further compromise, with a White House advisor stating the President has already made historic concessions. Time is running out. The Senate has postponed the bill to prioritize other matters, with only a few days left before recess. It must also compete for floor time with other contentious bills like Russia sanctions. The final push for the Clarity Act hinges on resolving these last-minute ethical and procedural disputes.

marsbit07/28 08:41

Just One Step Away, What's Really Holding Up the Clarity Act?

marsbit07/28 08:41

Just One Step Away, Where Is the Clarity Act Stuck?

The U.S. Digital Asset Market Structure Act, or Clarity Act, faces a critical, time-sensitive hurdle in the Senate despite recent progress. While the White House added an "ethics provision" to the bill—seen as a compromise with Republicans—significant disagreements persist, particularly regarding the details of this clause. Democrats oppose key elements: they object to granting enforcement authority solely to the Department of Justice, citing potential conflicts due to the Attorney General's past role as Trump's lawyer; they criticize a sunset clause that would void the provision after Trump's potential term ends in 2029; and they argue the restrictions on officials and their families are insufficient. With the Senate's summer recess approaching, the bill's timeline is severely constrained. It must compete for floor time with other contentious legislation, and procedural rules could further delay a vote. Analysts, noting strong Democratic resistance and limited negotiation time, have significantly lowered the probability of the bill passing in 2026. The final obstacle remains bridging the gap on the ethics provision's specifics, determining whether the long-awaited regulatory framework will be enacted imminently or postponed indefinitely.

Odaily星球日报07/28 08:36

Just One Step Away, Where Is the Clarity Act Stuck?

Odaily星球日报07/28 08:36

Here’s why the CLARITY Act’s ethics deal may be so hard to reach

The long-awaited US Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY) faces a major hurdle over its ethics provisions, potentially derailing the bill. While there is broad agreement on the need for clearer digital asset rules, negotiators are divided. Democrats argue the current proposal's ethics rules are too weak and object to relying solely on the Department of Justice for enforcement, preferring state attorneys general have a role. They express concerns about conflicts of interest, citing President Trump's substantial crypto ventures. Republicans defend the provisions as historically strong and insist federal law should be enforced uniformly by the DOJ. The latest draft would ban senior federal officials from issuing digital assets while in office, with restrictions expiring in 2029. Despite the impasse, many observers believe a compromise is still possible. Industry representatives warn that rejecting the bill could leave no regulatory framework at all, whereas passing it would provide crucial certainty. The debate has now narrowed to finalizing ethics enforcement, seen as a sign of progress on the broader bill.

cointelegraph07/28 01:36

Here’s why the CLARITY Act’s ethics deal may be so hard to reach

cointelegraph07/28 01:36

CLARITY Act Deadlocked: The "Vacuum Enforcement" Trick of the Moral Clause

The CLARITY bill faces a stalemate over its ethics clause, specifically the enforcement mechanism. While former President Trump's endorsement and a compromise on a clause banning top federal officials from holding personal crypto interests moved the bill forward, a critical divide remains: Republicans want enforcement by the Justice Department, whose Attorney General candidate is Trump's former private lawyer. Democrats argue this creates a conflict of interest and insist on state attorney general enforcement. This deadlock cooled the initial market rally spurred by the bill's increased passage probability. The updated text also includes other key provisions: exempting non-custodial developers, protecting self-custody rights, regulating stablecoin rewards, and establishing a cybersecurity center. With less than three weeks until a potential Senate vote, market probability for enactment remains below 50%. The article also briefly covers Helium's Q2 report, highlighting a shift in its tokenomics, and Ramp's integration of stablecoin payments for businesses.

marsbit07/24 07:40

CLARITY Act Deadlocked: The "Vacuum Enforcement" Trick of the Moral Clause

marsbit07/24 07:40

White House 'Exclusive' Teleprompter Operator Cashes in Over $100,000 Using Insider Information for Predictions

The White House is embroiled in another insider trading scandal, this time involving a teleprompter operator for former President Trump. Gabriel Perez, a longtime aide who controlled Trump's speech teleprompters, used his advance knowledge of speech content to profit over $100,000 on prediction markets like Kalshi by betting on which specific words Trump would mention. After Kalshi's monitoring systems flagged suspicious trading activity and froze his funds, the case was referred to the CFTC. Perez was suspended without pay by Trump, who called his actions "disgusting." Unlike previous insiders prosecuted in similar cases, Perez faced no criminal charges, only a CFTC settlement requiring him to return profits and cease such trading. The article highlights how "mention" markets are uniquely vulnerable to manipulation by insiders or even the speakers themselves, citing examples like a Grammy host jokingly saying a random word and a Coinbase CEO reading all prediction market options aloud. As prediction markets like Kalshi tighten compliance—such as requiring users to disclose employers—the piece argues this crackdown on insider trading, while promoting regulatory compliance, may move these markets further from "collective wisdom" and closer to being pure gambling venues.

Odaily星球日报07/22 06:46

White House 'Exclusive' Teleprompter Operator Cashes in Over $100,000 Using Insider Information for Predictions

Odaily星球日报07/22 06:46

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