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Democrats Walk Out, Demand Action on Trump's Crypto Ties

5/6/2025

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In a dramatic turn of events, House Democrats, spearheaded by Rep. Maxine Waters, staged a walkout during a cryptocurrency hearing, voicing their alarm over President Trump's potential conflicts of interest tied to his crypto dealings. Waters slammed Republicans for their silence on the matter, as Democrats convened a shadow hearing to spotlight Trump's sway over the industry and advocate for robust regulations.

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In a dramatic turn of events, House Democrats, spearheaded by Rep. Maxine Waters, staged a walkout during a cryptocurrency hearing, voicing their alarm over President Trump's potential conflicts of interest tied to his crypto dealings. Waters slammed Republicans for their silence on the matter, as Democrats convened a shadow hearing to spotlight Trump's sway over the industry and advocate for robust regulations.