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New Poll Makes Clear: Market Structure Legislation Must Have Enforceable Ban On ...

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23 August 2026

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regulatory

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Fintech

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United States

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Fusion42 · 23 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows strong bipartisan support for legislation banning President Trump and senior officials from profiting from or issuing cryptocurrency during their time in office, as Senator Kirsten Gillibrand pushes for enforceable conflict-of-interest rules in digital asset market structure bills.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You must factor in rising political pressure to bar public officials from crypto dealings through enforceable law, as the US Senate moves closer to toughening digital asset rules. This creates new compliance risks and market access challenges for founders shaping crypto platforms tied to government policy.

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