Laura Fine
@laurafineforIL9
Crypto and blockchain are here to stay; that’s why Congress must act to ensure the next generation of tech can be built here in Illinois. I applaud everyone working to find a long-term solution.
Very pro-crypto
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Laura Fine
@laurafineforIL9
As Congress takes up digital asset legislation this year, we need clear, common-sense rules that protect consumers and give responsible innovators the certainty they need. x.com/ellebeyoud/sta…
Very pro-crypto
Raja Krishnamoorthi
@CongressmanRaja
I launched this investigation because, as cryptocurrencies have exploded in reach, popularity and value, so too has the growth in related fraud and consumer abuse as bad actors have sought to prey upon investors. washingtonpost.com/business/2022/…
Somewhat anti-crypto
Raja Krishnamoorthi
@CongressmanRaja
The sudden collapse of @FTX_Official is another reason why we need increased regulation in cryptocurrency to protect investors. My investigation through @OversightDems into crypto companies and exchanges will help protect Americans more in the future. wsj.com/articles/ftx-t…
Very anti-crypto
Raja Krishnamoorthi
@CongressmanRaja
My colleagues and I are investigating how terrorist groups like Hamas are able to gain funding using cryptocurrency. The U.S. needs to take action to address this problem before Hamas can finance another attack. thehill.com/policy/technol…
Very anti-crypto
Raja Krishnamoorthi
@CongressmanRaja
Consumer protection agencies and regulators must act to protect investors from the increasing number of crypto fraud schemes emerging on the market. washingtonpost.com/business/2022/…
Somewhat anti-crypto
Raja Krishnamoorthi
@CongressmanRaja
As cryptocurrency markets continue to grow, so too does the risk of consumers falling prey to new fraud schemes. I wrote in @Newsweek about the need for increased regulation in cryptocurrency markets to protect both investors and companies alike. newsweek.com/cryptocurrency…
Somewhat anti-crypto
Raja Krishnamoorthi
@CongressmanRaja
Earlier this year, I led my subcommittee in launching an investigation into fraud in the crypto industry. Last week, I expanded our investigation to include the collapse of @FTX_Official. cnn.com/2022/11/18/bus…
Neutral on crypto
Raja Krishnamoorthi
@CongressmanRaja
RT @APAICS: Interested in learning about financial inclusion, blockchain and cryptocurrency? There is still time to register for this 1 hou…
Very pro-crypto
A tweet from @BankoleYasmeen referenced Yasmeen Bankole
As a country, we don't spend enough time discussing generational wealth. Historically, that wealth has been in real estate, but many folks can't afford to be homeowners right now. With the GENIUS Act, the future of crypto and newer ways to build generational wealth have arrived. pic.x.com/qZVn0Nbqnx
Very pro-crypto
A tweet from @BankoleYasmeen referenced Yasmeen Bankole
Thank you to @TheBlockFound for this week's Congressional Briefing for Women of Color in Blockchain! "Stable futures need stable leaders".
@standwithcrypto pic.x.com/ZkZzUNpfNi
Very pro-crypto
A tweet from @BankoleYasmeen referenced Yasmeen Bankole
@standwithcrypto thank you for last month's Chicago event! I enjoyed meeting with constitutents who are excited about the cryptocurrency possibilities that are to come. #CryptoMarket #Blockchain pic.x.com/nSnbb6TI0z
Very pro-crypto
Nikki Budzinski
@RepNikkiB
I just voted to regulate digital assets and ensure the financial system works FOR consumers, not against them.
Here's why 
budzinski.house.gov/posts/congress…
budzinski.house.gov/posts/congress…Very pro-crypto
Eric Sorensen
@RepEricSorensen
It’s about time we bring some “clarity” to the cryptocurrency market that has often operated on the edges of our financial system.
Today, I helped pass the CLARITY Act, which will help bring some regulations and structures to the growing digital currency sector.
Somewhat pro-crypto
Delia Ramirez
@repdeliaramirez
Congress should not enable Trump’s corrupt personal crypto hustle.
I voted HELL NO on the dangerous crypto legislation that came through Congress this week. pic.x.com/zmYUNWvRS4
Very anti-crypto
Delia Ramirez
@repdeliaramirez
From Puerto Rico to Chicago, it's time for the ultra wealthy to pay their fair share of taxes.
Proud to join Rep. @NydiaVelazquez in introducing the Fair Taxation of Digital Assets in Puerto Rico Act, to close the loopholes that allow crypto bros to avoid federal taxes and steal resources from Puerto Rico and our communities.
Very anti-crypto
Delia Ramirez
@repdeliaramirez
Republicans want to force 3 bills on crypto through the House that:
reduce regulations
weaken enforcement
erode consumer protections
empower corporate giants & big banks
threaten our national security
allow Trump to enrich himself
I am a HELL NO.
reduce regulations
weaken enforcement
erode consumer protections
empower corporate giants & big banks
threaten our national security
allow Trump to enrich himself
I am a HELL NO.Very anti-crypto
Chuy GarcĂa
@RepChuyGarcia
RT @YahooFinance: Rep. JesĂşs “Chuy” GarcĂa: "The crypto industry is in crisis because crypto assets have no inherent value. These companies…
Very anti-crypto
Chuy GarcĂa
@RepChuyGarcia
Glad to join @FSCdems today to discuss the SEC. We need to stay vigilant about the risks that stablecoins and crypto present to the national and global economy. I'm glad that @SECgov Chair @GaryGensler is committed to this issue, and on the case. pic.x.com/QkMmE6DOC4
Very anti-crypto
Chuy GarcĂa
@RepChuyGarcia
At today’s #crypto hearing, I am joining my @FSCDems colleagues in asking tough questions about the digital assets sector and assessing if legislation is needed to protect consumers and investors and ensure responsible innovation.
You can watch now live: youtube.com/watch?v=4oOTvt… pic.x.com/NfCHGINx1e
Somewhat anti-crypto
Chuy GarcĂa
@RepChuyGarcia
At today’s @FSCDems hearing, I made my point clear.
The crypto industry is in crisis because crypto assets have no inherent value.
These companies are making money using one thing — hype. pic.x.com/Fpm2pLG0xl
Very anti-crypto
Chuy GarcĂa
@RepChuyGarcia
RT @RealBankReform: .@RepChuyGarcia and @RepLynch make a strong case for why the SEC should lead crypto reg efforts. The cryptocrash harmed…
Very anti-crypto
Chuy GarcĂa
@RepChuyGarcia
When companies don’t follow the law, regular people suffer.
That’s why @RepStephenLynch & I believe crypto companies must comply with existing securities laws. We cannot afford another economic collapse driven by greed and corporate malfeasance.
thehill.com/opinion/congre…
Very anti-crypto
Katherine Abughazaleh
@KatAbughazaleh
RT @RobertDownen_: "We're living in a nightmare": After the arrival of a massive Bitcoin mining facility, residents of Granbury, Texas are…
Very anti-crypto
Dylan Blaha
@dylantblaha
The Senate voted Monday to advance landmark cryptocurrency legislation, with 16 Democrats siding with most Republicans on a key procedural motion that could set the stage for the upper chamber to pass its first-ever crypto regulatory overhaul. pic.x.com/AIrdL8YC1D
Neutral on crypto
Dylan Blaha
@dylantblaha
Our campaign doesn’t take money from lobbyists or corporations. We will not bow down to crypto billionaires. We’re funded by real, hard working Americans, because that’s who I plan to represent in Congress. It’s time to end government handouts for corporations and billionaires.
#Crypto
Very anti-crypto
Dylan Blaha
@dylantblaha
I wonder why Rep Budzinski (D-IL) voted for the pro crypto GENIUS Act AFTER Trump’s meme coin grift…
Oh, maybe because of the $600,000+ in donations she received from a pro-crypto PAC and Coinbase.
That’s democracy, baby. Wait, no… that’s oligarchy.
#CryptoScam #geniusact pic.x.com/T3u9VsFF6p
Very anti-crypto
Mark Rice
@MarkRiceforIL8
RT @gekaminsky: BREAKING: An Israeli firm that successfully recovered $90M in Hamas-owned cryptocurrency alongside Israel’s Ministry of Def…
Neutral on crypto
Bill Foster
@RepBillFoster
RT @RepFrenchHill: For years, @RepBillFoster and I have advocated for the careful, thoughtful approach in designing a CBDC. While I am plea…
Neutral on crypto
Bill Foster
@RepBillFoster
Since retaking office, Trump has killed crypto crime investigations, sidelined watchdogs, and installed crypto-friendly regulators.
Now, Trump and his family are raking in billions from their crypto scams. This is corruption in plain sight.
wsj.com/finance/curren…
Very anti-crypto
Bill Foster
@RepBillFoster
I’m proud to be a part of the Digital Assets Working Group. The United States is playing catch-up to the rest of the world when it comes to digital currency and it's time to change that. x.com/FSCDems/status…
Somewhat pro-crypto
Bill Foster
@RepBillFoster
RT @RepCasten: House Republicans have refused to bring to the floor my amendments to help address the use of crypto obfuscation tools that…
Very anti-crypto
Bill Foster
@RepBillFoster
I’m also proud to serve on both the Digital Assets Subcommittee and National Security Subcommittee, and I’m excited to work with @RepFrenchHill to finally address the technological advancements that are reshaping the financial sector, including cryptocurrency and AI.
Somewhat pro-crypto
Bill Foster
@RepBillFoster
RT @axios: @imkialikethecar @danprimack @RepBillFoster @Grayscale @Sonnenshein .@RepBillFoster: "For crypto assets generally, there are two…
Neutral on crypto
Bill Foster
@RepBillFoster
#FIT21 fails to protect consumers and misses a critical opportunity to address the rampant use of crypto for money laundering by bad actors.
I can’t support a bill that puts our investors and our security at risk. I’m voting no.
Very anti-crypto
Robin Kelly
@RepRobinKelly
With a $238 billion stablecoin market, Congress needs to keep up with cryptocurrency and provide a framework.
I look forward to talking with crypto innovators about balancing innovation and consumer protection.
Somewhat pro-crypto
Robin Kelly
@RepRobinKelly
The bipartisan GENIUS Act provides a first-ever framework for stablecoins.
As Congress continues to consider cryptocurrency legislation, I’ll work to keep our laws updated with clear regulation.
Very pro-crypto
Mary Miller
@RepMaryMiller
Every Democrat but TWO just voted for a Central Bank Digital Currency.
Let that sink in: They want the power to track, monitor, and control how YOU spend your money.
A CBDC gives the federal government a direct line to your bank account, bypassing private banks and handing unprecedented control to unelected bureaucrats.
It’s a surveillance tool. Every transaction you make could be logged, stored, and weaponized against you.
I proudly voted YES to PASS @GOPMajorityWhip's Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act and stop this dangerous power grab. We will not let the Left turn America into a surveillance state.Very pro-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
As the cryptocurrency industry grows, I’m calling on @SECGov to be prepared with the necessary tools to protect investors from fraud, manipulation & abuse.
youtube.com/watch?v=ftR9HQ…
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
Cryptocurrency has been used to finance terrorist attacks around the world, made possible by digital asset mixers.
I’m introducing legislation to temporarily prohibit crypto mixers while we study this technology & how it is used for illicit purposes.
bit.ly/3y6yJ90
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
We can not allow crypto to be used to launder money and bypass international sanctions.
I led a bipartisan letter with @SenWarren, @RogerMarshallMD and over 100 of our colleagues asking the Biden Admin how it plans to prevent future crypto-financed terrorism. pic.x.com/5P9ZQtDCBk
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
Today, I introduced an amendment to legislation under consideration by the Financial Services Committee to get to the bottom of how much money Hamas has raised in crypto and how they use mixers to stay anonymous. Every single Republican on the committee voted against it. pic.x.com/BVIi4Mi09C
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
HAPPENING NOW: The @USTreasury is testifying in front of @FSCDems about President Biden’s Working Group report on stablecoins. Join us as we listen to testimony & work to learn more about these digital assets.
#WATCH go.usa.gov/xtv7V
#WATCH go.usa.gov/xtv7VVery anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
The Trump Administration just lifted sanctions against a company at the heart of North Korea's ability to hack crypto funds to finance their nuclear weapons arsenal.
Secretary Bessent's words are meaningless. His actions make it easier for North Korea to build nukes.
Stop me if x.com/BrendanPederse…e, but the Trump Administration is, once again, making life easier for dictators and foreign adversaries.
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
Following reports that Hamas raised tens of millions of dollars via crypto to fund their attack on Israel, I led a bipartisan letter with @SenWarren, @RogerMarshallMD and over 100 of our colleagues asking the Biden Admin how it plans to prevent future crypto-financed terrorism. pic.x.com/XkLwv8oorJ
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
Cryptocurrency and other digital assets pose risks to the United States' national security through money laundering, ransomware, and other illicit methods.
We need to strengthen our nation’s anti-money laundering laws by addressing gaps in the Bank Secrecy Act. pic.x.com/y0IN213knT
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
There is plenty of fraud and grift in the White House. We cannot afford any more, and we don't need to risk Americans' hard-earned savings just so that crypto billionaires can get richer.
I'm voting NO on the CLARITY Act. pic.x.com/F2NeZKb8HF
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
The FIT21 Act fails to address the use of cryptocurrency by terrorists, foreign adversaries, and criminals.
I introduced multiple amendments to rectify this, but House Republicans refused to bring them to the floor for a vote. pic.x.com/JAPjS1B0wf
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
It’s time to have a serious conversation about the ease of illicit activity in the current cryptocurrency ecosystem.
My op-ed on how Congress can prevent future crypto-financed terrorism 
https://t.co/khO3mmmD8S
https://t.co/khO3mmmD8SVery anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
ATTN: After months of working on @FSCDems first-ever Digital Assets Working Group, I'm excited for today's first public Congressional hearing on digital assets, cryptocurrency, and the future of finance.
Watch here 
https://t.co/J2DSHIXV8Z
https://t.co/J2DSHIXV8ZNeutral on crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
House Republicans have refused to bring to the floor my amendments to help address the use of crypto obfuscation tools that are preferred by terrorists, drug traffickers, and foreign adversaries.
I urge my colleagues to oppose this harmful bill. x.com/Eleanor_Muelle…
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
If someone invested in the S&P 500 between 2017 and 2022, they would have received a 61% return, but if they invested in the median basket of cryptocurrencies, they would have lost 46% of the investment.
Crypto is not the solution to closing the wealth inequality gap. pic.x.com/DqhiFbXDua
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
NEWS: Following reports that Hamas raised millions of dollars via crypto to fund their attack on Israel, @SenWarren, @RogerMarshallMD & I led over 100 of our colleagues in a bipartisan letter to the Biden Admin asking how it plans to prevent future crypto-financed terrorism. pic.x.com/V1xbkfGz9KVery anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
The reporting that @PatrickMcHenry has threatened the National Defense Authorization Act, including legislation to combat fentanyl trafficking, unless it includes legislation written by & for the crypto lobby is concerning to anyone who cares about protecting national security. pic.x.com/5tTkh4bAgL
Very anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
Watch my questioning during last week’s committee hearing on the potential creation of a U.S. Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) https://t.co/ZmQxEs9o9fNeutral on crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
I’m introducing a temporary prohibition on crypto mixers to help prevent future crypto-financed terrorism.
Read more.
https://t.co/imGWfoCmje
https://t.co/imGWfoCmjeVery anti-crypto
Sean Casten
@RepCasten
Alex Kearns was tragically taken from his family after Robinhood erroneously said he owed $730,000.
As the cryptocurrency industry grows, @FSCDems are calling on @SECGov to be prepared with the necessary tools to protect investors from fraud, manipulation & abuse. pic.x.com/yGtuoNrOzr
Very anti-crypto
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