Kamala Harris Crypto Reset Fails, Town Hall Dubbed As ‘Clown Show’
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The recent virtual town hall organized by the “Crypto For Harris” campaign aimed at garnering support for Kamala Harris’ potential presidency from the digital asset industry has failed. It left many in the crypto community unimpressed and unconvinced, attracting backlash. Moreover, Gemini co-founder Tyler Winklevoss dubbed the event as “clown show.” The 90-minute event, featuring several prominent Democratic lawmakers, failed to sway a skeptical audience. Moreover, many branded the effort as a “missed opportunity” for the Vice President to outline her stance on crypto. Whilst, several industry leaders continued supporting former President Donald Trump. Top-tier Democratic figures, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Senators Debbie Stabenow, Kirsten Gillibrand, and tech billionaire Mark Cuban participated in the event. However, the absence of Kamala Harris herself or any of her campaign staff became a significant sticking point. Kamala Harris’ Absence In Crypto Town Hall Attracts Backlash Attendees noticed Harris’ absence, as they were keen to hear her views on crypto. Her role in an administration perceived as hostile to the industry made her perspective particularly anticipated. Critics within the crypto industry voiced their disappointment, noting the lack of clear policy direction from Harris. Caitlin Long, CEO of Custodia Bank, expressed her frustration. She said, “I was hoping to hear about Harris’s crypto policy and for the Democrats to address how they’re going to fix the issue of crypto firms being de-banked. I’m still waiting to hear.” The event, which attracted over 1,000 live viewers according to organizers, was met with mixed reactions. While some attendees praised parts of the town hall, calling it a step towards making crypto a bipartisan issue, others were less impressed. One viewer remarked, “I still don’t know who Kamala Harris is and what she thinks about our industry,” according to a report by FOX Business. This highlights…
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