Harris campaign seeks relationship reboot with crypto leaders, Ro Khanna to host virtual event

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As a seasoned researcher with a keen interest in both politics and the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies, I find this development intriguing. It seems that Representative Ro Khanna is spearheading an effort to bridge the gap between Democratic politicians and the crypto industry, which could potentially signal a shift in the party’s stance on digital assets.

U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna will organize a meeting with key figures from Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign and influential members of the cryptocurrency sector on August 5th.

As reported by Eleanor Terrett from Fox News, this occasion indicates an “invigorated effort” aimed at forging a “new beginning” within the industry.

📣EXCLUSIVE: California Congressman, Rep. Ro Khanna, is organizing another gathering in Washington on Monday, bringing together key figures from the cryptocurrency sector, Democratic politicians, and representatives from the Kamala Harris campaign. This event signifies a new effort by pro-cryptocurrency Democrats to forge a new relationship with the industry.

— Eleanor Terrett (@EleanorTerrett) August 1, 2024

Additionally, Bloomberg mentioned that noteworthy individuals associated with Harris’s presidential campaign are expected to participate in this roundtable discussion.

One significant possible guest could be Anita Dunn, a senior advisor in the White House who recently announced her departure from President Joe Biden’s inner circle, making her the first to do so.

Dunn revealed that she will now dedicate her efforts towards counseling the biggest political action committee backing Harris, ready to pour hundreds of millions into boosting Harris’s election bid before November 5th.

Additional attendees at the discussions are likely to include Deputy White House Chief of Staff Bruce Reed and National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard.

As a long-time cryptocurrency enthusiast who has closely followed U.S. politics for many years, I am encouraged by the latest efforts from the Democratic Party to engage with and understand the crypto community under the Biden administration. Having witnessed various administrations come and go, it’s refreshing to see an administration that is actively seeking input and collaboration from a group of people who have traditionally been overlooked or misunderstood. This renewed focus on crypto and blockchain technology could lead to meaningful policy discussions and potential positive developments for the industry as a whole. It’s exciting to be a part of this growing movement and see how it evolves under the Biden administration’s leadership.

The overall feeling within the cryptocurrency community is that the Democrats’ proposed policies are seen as limiting or restricting the crypto industry.

The White House has not clearly expressed an opposition towards cryptocurrencies. Instead, through a 2022 executive order, the Biden administration encouraged those in the crypto industry to utilize digital assets and their underlying technology in a responsible manner. This call came shortly after the May crash of Terra-Luna, which resulted in the loss of approximately $600 billion in investor and consumer funds.

In the meantime, Republican candidate Donald Trump, along with fellow Republicans (specifically, the GOP), have been vocal about Bitcoin and other digital currencies in an effort to gain support from the crypto industry.

If re-elected, Trump has warned he might dismiss the chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Gary Gensler.

Democratic leaders, like ex-White House official Moe Vela, have countered the Republican Party’s supportive views on cryptocurrency by accusing them of making insincere, politically motivated gestures.

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2024-08-03 23:12