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Attorney John Deaton Launches Federal Probe into Crypto Restrictions

1/6/2025

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Pro-crypto attorney John Deaton will lead a federal investigation into "Operation Choke Point 2.0," which limits crypto banking access.
He claims this initiative undermines free market integrity and stifles innovation.
Recent FDIC documents obtained by Coinbase reveal coordinated regulatory actions against crypto.
Deaton stresses the importance of accountability and transparency in government dealings with the industry.
His advocacy persists following his Senate campaign against crypto critic Elizabeth Warren.

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Pro-crypto attorney John Deaton will lead a federal investigation into "Operation Choke Point 2.0," which limits crypto banking access.
He claims this initiative undermines free market integrity and stifles innovation.
Recent FDIC documents obtained by Coinbase reveal coordinated regulatory actions against crypto.
Deaton stresses the importance of accountability and transparency in government dealings with the industry.
His advocacy persists following his Senate campaign against crypto critic Elizabeth Warren.