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Trump Backs Crypto Clarity Act as Bitcoin Surges Past $68,000

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  • President Trump urged Congress to pass the Clarity Act for crypto regulation during a White House summit with industry leaders.
  • Despite political headwinds over conflict-of-interest concerns, administration support and regulatory optimism propelled Bitcoin over 5% higher above $68,000 in a short squeeze.
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