Brad Sherman Criticizes Crypto Bills: 'Electronic Monopoly Money' and Fed Bailouts
Forbes Breaking NewsAugust 7, 20251 min2,417 views
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- 💡 Representative Brad Sherman is speaking out against the GENIUS and CLARITY Acts, labeling them as an attack on working families.
- 🎯 The AFL CIO has reportedly sent a letter to members urging a "Vote no on both bills."
Concerns Over Financial Implications
- 💰 Sherman likens the bills to allowing the president and vice president to "print their electronic uh uh monopoly money."
- 🏦 He raises concerns about potential bailouts by the Federal Reserve for cryptocurrencies like "Trumpcoin."
- 💸 The legislation could permit the purchase of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin or "Trumpcoin" using US tax dollars.
Contradictory Stance on Innovation
- ⚠️ A third bill is mentioned, which Sherman states promotes innovation "except if the US government does it."
- 🚫 He urges a "Vote no on all three bills."
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