Trump’s $1.4 Billion Crypto Gains Trigger Crisis in US: That Bill is Gridlocked

Ethical debates surrounding Donald Trump’s $1.4 billion crypto gains have dragged the Clarity Act bill into a political stalemate, jeopardizing its chances of becoming law in 2026.

The bill aimed at regulating the cryptocurrency market in the United States is facing stiff resistance in the Senate due to President Donald Trump’s massive commercial interests. While the White House argues that Trump has taken a historic step by accepting restrictions on his own businesses, Democrats claim the proposed ethical provisions are insufficient and symbolic. This political tension triggers uncertainty in global markets while endangering the bill’s legislative process.

Trump’s Crypto Gains and Ethical Debates

Senator Elizabeth Warren stated that Trump earned $1.4 billion from crypto ventures in 2025, emphasizing that the current draft does not prevent new profits. Although the draft temporarily bans high-level officials from issuing or sponsoring cryptocurrencies, it does not cover past activities. Furthermore, only the Department of Justice (DOJ) is authorized in case of potential violations, and fines are capped at $500,000. Concerned that an attorney general appointed by Trump himself would not enforce these rules, Democrats are demanding that state attorneys general also be granted authority.

White House crypto advisor Patrick Witt criticized the Democrats’ demands in an interview, stating, “We did exactly what they wanted; you can’t get two bites at the apple.” Beacon Policy Advisors analyzes that this is not a starting point for Democrats and that negotiations are deadlocked.