1 Former Secretary of Defense Says That the Clarity Act Is a National Security Issue. Here's ...

The U.S. Senate is set to vote on the Clarity Act, a bill that would impose extensive rules on crypto exchanges and brokers, framing it as a national security measure aimed at preventing crypto-related financial crimes and protecting the U.S. financial system from adversaries like China. Former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper supports the bill, linking regulatory clarity to national security and thwarting capital flight to rival nations.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 31 sources have reported it between 21 Jul 2026 and 27 Aug 2026.