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U.S. government digital dollar set to be banned tonight under housing law's CBDC limit

Four nuclear reactors hit a big milestone in the US

Crypto and stocks tumble after Trump declares ceasefire 'over' following Iran strikes

Trump's crypto token buyers are down $3.8 billion, blockchain data shows

Trump says there is ‘nothing wrong’ with family’s crypto windfall

Trump pocketed more than $1 billion from crypto ties as industry headed toward slump

Chinese exile once linked to Trump strategist gets 30-year sentence in $1 billion fraud

Congress just passed the most significant housing bill in decades, so why won’t Trump sign it?

Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act with overwhelming bipartisan support (358-32 in the House, 85-5 in the Senate), but President Trump canceled the signing ceremony, creating uncertainty about the legislation's fate. The bill represents the most comprehensive housing reform in decades and addresses critical affordability and supply issues.

Trump criticizes Exxon, Chevron, Shell, and BP over high gas prices, calls for DOJ investigation

Trump has publicly criticized major oil companies including Exxon, Chevron, Shell, and BP over elevated gas prices and called for a DOJ investigation into potential price manipulation. The political pressure could compress profit margins for these energy giants and negatively impact investor sentiment if retail fuel prices don't decline quickly.

Senate Republicans reverse Iran stance after Trump intervention

Senate Republicans reversed their position on Iran policy following Trump's intervention, exposing internal GOP divisions that could reshape diplomatic strategies and influence global financial markets. The shift signals potential volatility in geopolitical relations and international trade dynamics.

Trump Cancels Signing of Bipartisan Housing Bill Containing CBDC Ban: 'Of Minor Importance'

President Trump has delayed signing a bipartisan housing bill that includes a CBDC ban provision, conditioning his approval on Congress first passing a separate voting rights restriction bill. This political maneuver highlights the growing intersection of cryptocurrency policy with broader legislative agendas, potentially complicating the path for digital currency regulations.

Trump lands in Senate's crosshairs over $500 million UAE investment in his crypto venture

Trump claims energy prices dropped sharply amid US-Iran tensions

Trump claims energy prices have dropped significantly amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, a statement that could reshape market perceptions and potentially accelerate diplomatic negotiations over Iran's nuclear program. The claim's credibility and market impact remain uncertain given the geopolitical volatility.

Bitcoin, ether slide after a hawkish Fed, even as Trump's signed Iran deal lifts stocks

Kentucky targets prediction markets, puts red state in potential clash with Trump team

Crypto PAC's $12 million Senate candidate, Barry Moore, wins Alabama GOP primary

Trump-linked stablecoin used for bonus payouts at White House UFC contest

Live markets: Bitcoin not fully out of danger as Trump warns of further Iran strikes

Bitcoin (BTC) Surges 3% Following Trump’s US-Iran Peace Deal Announcement

Bitcoin surged 3% to $63,450 following Trump's announcement of a US-Iran peace deal, reversing recent geopolitical losses. The move reflects cryptocurrency markets' sensitivity to macroeconomic and geopolitical developments, with analysts monitoring potential breakout levels.

Sam Bankman-Fried’s Cellmate Says He Never Owned Up — And That’s Why A Pardon Won’t Come

Sam Bankman-Fried's former cellmate Michael Avenatti disputes the FTX founder's claims that he would welcome a presidential pardon, suggesting SBF's lack of accountability makes a pardon unlikely. President Trump has already rejected the possibility of pardoning Bankman-Fried, signaling no executive clemency despite the cryptocurrency executive's hopes.

Should Americans get an equity stake in AI? Trump and progressive Democrats float public ownership of AI

Trump and progressive Democrats including Bernie Sanders are converging on the idea of public equity stakes in AI development, marking an unusual cross-ideological agreement on wealth redistribution from AI companies to American citizens. This proposal challenges the current private ownership model of AI infrastructure and raises fundamental questions about how AI wealth should be distributed.

Trump, who has repeatedly called climate change fake, is now threatening Brazil with tariffs over the deforestation of the Amazon

Former U.S. President Trump is threatening Brazil with tariffs over Amazon deforestation despite his history of climate change denial, signaling potential trade tensions. Trade experts suggest the threat may be performative rather than a serious policy position, reflecting complex geopolitical and trade dynamics.

Trump says Fed rate increase would be wrong ahead of Warsh debut

Former President Trump opposes potential Federal Reserve interest rate increases, arguing that penalizing economic growth with rate hikes is counterproductive. The statement comes as Kevin Warsh, Trump's preferred Fed nominee, prepares for his debut, signaling potential shifts in monetary policy stance that could influence markets.

MAGA hates AI, but Trump agrees with Bernie it might be time for partial government ownership

Former President Trump has expressed openness to partial government ownership of AI companies, aligning with a position previously associated with Senator Bernie Sanders. Trump's comments suggest a potential shift in how the incoming administration might approach AI regulation and development, framing it as a partnership model rather than pure market-driven competition.

US House approves Ukraine aid as 18 Republicans defy Trump

The US House of Representatives approved Ukraine aid with bipartisan support, with 18 Republicans breaking party lines to defy Trump's position. This vote represents a significant shift in US foreign policy dynamics and congressional power structures.