Episode
How crypto conquered Congress
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- The Daily Punch
- Published
- May 15, 2026
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- 584
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Summary
The crypto industry scored a legislative triumph in the Senate this week, marking a major moment for the future of U.S. capitalism. Congressional Reporter Max Cohen discusses what crypto’s success means for American politics. Plus, the latest on reconciliation talks and the highway bill. Watch this episode on YouTube here! Punchbowl News is on YouTube. Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we’re investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices