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Bitcoin, ether surge as Trump urges Congress to pass crypto Clarity Act
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Bitcoin and ether prices rose after President Donald Trump called on Congress to pass the Clarity Act, which would establish regulatory rules for cryptocurrency. Trump made the statement during remarks to Congress on January 13, 2026. The bill's specific provisions and current status in legislative committees were not detailed in the announcement.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/20/cryptocurrencies-trump-bitcoin-ethereum.html