Long said lawmakers now view the Trump family’s involvement in crypto as an ethics issue. She described it as “the big showstopper in the CLARITY Act.” That issue, she noted, has complicated Senate negotiations.
She referenced Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis, who has worked to advance crypto legislation. According to Long, Lummis acknowledged that the controversy made her efforts harder. Long said the Senate must secure a cloture vote, which requires 60 votes.
That threshold means at least seven must support the bill. Long pointed to strong criticism from some Democrats, including Senator Elizabeth Warren. She said those objections center on the Trump family’s crypto activities.
Even so, Long noted bipartisan engagement on crypto policy. She cited cooperation between Senators Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand. Their work reflects ongoing cross-party dialogue on digital asset regulation.
