Bitcoin surges 12% in two days as Trump, crypto execs lead last ditch effort for Clarity Act
Reported by CNBC · cnbc.com · August 20, 2026
Bitcoin is trading at its highest levels since early June as crypto execs joined with President Donald Trump push to get the Clarity Act over the finish line.
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