Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) has been announced as former President Donald Trump's running mate. He is known for his pro-cryptocurrency leanings.
What Happened: Vance holds over $100,000-$250,000 in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), according to his latest financial disclosures.
Additionally, the Republican senator has promoted legislation considered favorable to the cryptocurrency industry. As per a report by Politico, Vance is working on a bill that will regulate how the asset class would be regulated in the U.S.
The bill would reportedly lay out clear guidelines on the roles of SEC and CFTC, and is said to be an improved version of the FIT21, passed by the House earlier in May.
Vance has also been critical of SEC Chair Gary Gensler's approach to cryptocurrency regulation, calling it the "exact opposite of what it should be."
Why It Matters: The appointment of Vance is the latest in a string of pro-cryptocurrency signals put forward by Trump, who has actively sought to rally support for the idea.
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