Cynthia Lummis

Wyoming's Chuck Gray won the GOP nomination for the state's at-large U.S. House seat, replacing Rep. Harriet Hageman as she runs for the U.S. Senate. This political reshuffling is occurring because Sen. Cynthia Lummis is retiring from her senate seat. The contest to replace Hageman drew a crowded Republican field and resulted in multiple open races across Wyoming.

Chuck Gray secured the GOP nomination for Wyoming’s at-large U.S. House seat after Rep. Harriet Hageman chose to run for the U.S. Senate. The contest was part of a broader election cycle in Wyoming, which now has the governorship, Senate seat, and House seat open simultaneously. GRAY defeated candidates including Steve Friess and Reid Rasner.

James Byrd advanced against Billy Benavidez in a Democratic primary race for an open Senate seat in Wyoming. The vacancy was created after incumbent Republican Sen. Cynthia Lummis announced she would not seek re-election. Byrd ran on protecting public lands and supporting energy jobs, while his opponent campaigned on individual liberty and reducing the power of the federal government.

Former state representative James Byrd advanced against Billy Benavidez in Wyoming’s Democratic primary race for the open Senate seat. Incumbent Republican Sen. Cynthia Lummis announced she would not seek re-election, leading to a race focused on issues like protecting public lands and supporting energy jobs. Candidates also debated topics including border security, free-market policies, and expanding data centers.

Wyoming Rep. Harriet Hageman and James Byrd are projected to compete in a November race. The contest is set to replace retiring Sen. Cynthia Lummis, according to Decision Desk HQ.

Wyoming Republicans selected Harriet Hageman for U.S. Senate to succeed Cynthia Lummis, who announced she would not seek a second term. Hageman entered the race as the candidate best known and funded during the five-way Republican primary and received an endorsement from Donald Trump. The contest is taking place in Wyoming, one of the nation's most reliably Republican states.

Wyoming Republicans selected Rep. Harriet Hageman as their nominee for U.S. Senate, replacing retiring Republican Sen. Cynthia Lummis. Hageman emerged from a five-way primary contest in Wyoming, which the Cook Political Report ranks as solidly Republican with an R+23 advantage. The general election will see her facing the Democratic nominee.

Senate Republicans are launching an effort using the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to limit California's authority over vehicle and equipment emissions standards beyond its borders. The package targets earlier EPA waivers granted under the Clean Air Act that critics argue give the state outsized regulatory control. These measures aim to nullify various federal exemptions, such as those affecting passenger vehicles and gas-powered lawn equipment.

Senate Republicans are launching an effort using the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to target EPA waivers they argue allow California to exercise outsized influence over emissions standards beyond its borders. The legislation aims to nullify earlier EPA decisions that gave California regulatory control over equipment and vehicles, such as gas-powered lawn equipment, cars, and buses. Republicans contend that these waivers function as de facto climate regulation for the entire nation.

The White House is reviewing bipartisan ethics language for the Crypto Clarity Act as lawmakers race against an August deadline. Senator Thom Tillis confirmed ongoing discussions with the White House, while Senate Majority Leader John Thune delayed a cloture vote on the bill, narrowing the window for passage before a five-week recess.

Republicans criticize Democrats for delaying the Crypto Clarity Act, which aims to establish a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. Lawmakers have two days to vote on the bill before Senate recess, with bipartisan support but ongoing disputes over wording. The updated bill addresses ethics concerns and has backing from financial institutions.

Cynthia Lummis, referred to as the 'Bitcoin Senator,' criticizes Democrats for delaying the bipartisan Crypto Clarity Act, which aims to establish a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency. The bill, which has faced prolonged debate and amendments, remains stalled despite support from financial institutions and lawmakers.

Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis criticized Democrats for delaying the Clarity Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at creating a regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency market. The bill has faced stalls despite bipartisan drafting and support from financial institutions, with Democrats expressing concerns over its current version.

Senate Republicans are advancing the Clarity Act to regulate cryptocurrency and include ethics provisions targeting President Donald Trump’s financial interests. Democrats argue the legislation fails to adequately prevent Trump from profiting off crypto. The bill includes measures like banning officials from creating profit-driven digital currencies and requiring disclosures, though critics claim it does not fully address conflicts of interest.

Senate Republicans are advancing the Clarity Act, a cryptocurrency regulation bill with ethics provisions targeting President Trump's crypto profits, while Democrats argue the measures are insufficient to prevent conflicts of interest. The bill includes restrictions on federal officials creating or endorsing digital currencies for profit and requires disclosures, but Democrats like Elizabeth Warren claim it fails to stop Trump from benefiting publicly from crypto.

Senate Democrats rejected the GOP's ethics provision in the latest Clarity Act draft, citing concerns over the Department of Justice as the sole enforcer. Majority Leader John Thune expressed doubt about passing the crypto market-structure bill before the August recess, while Republicans and Democrats continue negotiations over enforcement roles and consumer protections.

US officials will be barred until 2029 from issuing or sponsoring tokens under CLARITY’s proposed ethics rules. Senator Cynthia Lummis stated the ethics language would apply to US presidents’ crypto ventures, including Donald Trump’s.

Senate Republicans released an updated Clarity Act draft that bans covered officials, including the president and Congress members, from issuing or sponsoring digital assets. The provisions expire on January 20, 2029, aligning with the end of the current presidential term, and include exceptions for blind trusts or divestment. The draft addresses concerns over President Trump's crypto ventures, including the $TRUMP token and World Liberty Financial.

Progressive groups are attacking Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand over her involvement in crypto legislation, specifically targeting her ethics provisions in the CLARITY Act. They argue her son's ties to the crypto industry undermine Democratic efforts to criticize corruption, while bipartisan negotiations on the bill face challenges despite industry and Republican support.

A cryptocurrency regulatory bill is set to be released after a meeting with President Donald Trump, but Democratic senators have stated they will not support the version due to insufficient ethics provisions. The Clarity Act negotiations have stalled over unresolved ethics language addressing Trump's business ties to crypto, with Democrats arguing the proposed provisions are weak and lack consumer protections.

The U.S. Senate passed a resolution stating Sam Bankman-Fried should never receive a pardon or commutation, sponsored by Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego. The nonbinding resolution follows Bankman-Fried's pardon application and reaffirms commitment to financial system integrity.

President Trump is set to meet with senators to address the ethics provisions of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, which restricts government officials from crypto business interests. Democrats have conditioned support on these ethics limits, citing Trump's ties to the industry, while negotiators remain deadlocked. The bill passed the Senate Banking Committee but lacks a finalized ethics compromise.

Several senators will meet with President Donald Trump to discuss progress on the Clarity Act, a cryptocurrency regulatory bill with unresolved ethics provisions tied to Trump's business interests. Lawmakers aim to pass the bill before the August recess amid challenges securing bipartisan agreement.

U.S. Representatives are urging the Senate to schedule a vote on the CLARITY Act by July to address ethics concerns related to cryptocurrency. Rep. French Hill emphasized the need for a deadline to facilitate consensus, citing bipartisan support and the importance of establishing a market framework for crypto regulation.

The Clarity Act, a major digital asset market structure bill, faces uncertainty as the Senate recesses until July 13. Passage depends on resolving disputes over ethics frameworks for crypto holdings, Section 604 of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act, and conflicts in the Agriculture Committee text, with a 60-vote threshold remaining a key hurdle.

Congress faces a shrinking window to finalize a bipartisan cryptocurrency oversight deal before midterms, with unresolved issues including restrictions on Trump's digital asset profits and staffing for the SEC and CFTC. Lawmakers aim to address ethics provisions but face challenges in securing Trump's approval and House support.

The Senate is advancing legislation to address name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights and transfer rules in college sports. A bipartisan bill proposed by the Commerce Committee aims to establish a national payout framework and limit athlete transfers to one per five years. Key senators include Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell, and John Hickenlooper, while Cory Booker and Tommy Tuberville oppose the measure.

Two senators introduced a resolution opposing Sam Bankman-Fried's pardon, arguing his 25-year sentence for fraud and money laundering serves justice. His clemency request is pending, with bipartisan opposition in Congress.

Senator Cynthia Lummis has led a group of lawmakers urging financial regulators to provide 'fair capital treatment for on-balance sheet treatment of digital assets.' The effort is part of a push by Senate Republicans to clarify crypto capital rules.

Coinbase Chief Policy Officer Faryar Shirzad highlights the CLARITY Act as a potential landmark crypto regulatory framework, comparable to Dodd-Frank. The bill, advancing in the Senate, aims to provide legal clarity for the sector and enable traditional banks to enter the crypto space. Bipartisan support and President Trump's endorsement are cited as factors increasing its chances of passage.

An all-female, bipartisan U.S. Senate delegation is traveling to the Arctic to assess security and infrastructure amid growing geopolitical competition from Russia and China. The trip includes visits to Canada, Greenland, Norway, and Iceland, following past tensions sparked by President Trump's controversial remarks about Greenland.

Rep. Nick Begich introduced the American Reserve Modernization Act (ARMA) to establish a permanent U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve, building on President Trump's March 2025 executive order. The bipartisan bill would authorize the Treasury to acquire up to 200,000 BTC annually for five years, targeting 1 million bitcoin total, with support from more than a dozen co-sponsors in Congress.

The Senate Banking Committee advanced the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on a 15-9 vote, with two Democrats joining all 13 Republicans to move the bill to the full Senate. The bill aims to build a federal framework for digital asset trading and oversight. It now advances alongside a related bill from the Senate Agriculture Committee.

The Market Structure Debate is centered around the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA), which determines the fate of the entire bill and affects developer protections. The BRCA clarifies that software developers are not money transmitters under federal law. The provision's survival will determine whether market structure delivers on its promise or cripples the industry.

The US Senate Banking Committee has released a 309-page bill on crypto market structure, aiming to provide clarity and certainty for Americans. The bill includes provisions on stablecoin yield and puts consumers first. It is set to be marked up on Thursday, May 14.

The Senate Banking Committee has scheduled a markup of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act for May 14, amidst resistance from Democrats and a lobbying blitz from major banks. The bill aims to draw a regulatory boundary between the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. If passed, it will have significant implications for the cryptocurrency industry.

U.S. lawmakers and White House officials emphasized the need for clear crypto regulations, particularly the Clarity Act, to ensure U.S. leadership in financial innovation ahead of the 2026 election. Senator Cynthia Lummis and digital asset adviser Patrick Witt argued that predictable rules are critical for industry growth and national competitiveness, while warning against the risks of political shifts undermining progress.

U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis emphasized Bitcoin's role in financial freedom and personal empowerment during a keynote at The Bitcoin Conference. She pledged to push for the stalled Clarity Act in May, a digital asset legislation critical for regulatory clarity, as delays risk moving activity offshore and complicating 2026 midterm prospects.

Over 100 crypto firms and industry groups urged the U.S. Senate to advance the Clarity Act, a bill to establish a federal framework for digital assets. They warned that regulatory uncertainty risks pushing innovation offshore, citing the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation as a competitive alternative.