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Senate Democrats Block Cryptocurrency Bill; U.S. Military Confirms Weapons in Space

Senate Democrats blocked the CLARITY Act, a bill aimed at regulating cryptocurrencies, by a vote of 49 to 50, citing the need for stronger safeguards against officials profiting while in office. The U.S. military confirmed it has weapons in space, prompting concerns from China and Russia. In other news, the Congressional Budget Office reported the war in Iran has cost the U.S. over $38 billion, and prosecutors in California will not seek the death penalty for Nick Reiner, charged with murdering his parents.

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Senate Democrats blocked the CLARITY Act, a bill aimed at regulating cryptocurrencies, by a vote of 49 to 50, citing the need for stronger safeguards against officials profiting while in office. The U.S. military confirmed it has weapons in space, prompting concerns from China and Russia. In other news, the Congressional Budget Office reported the war in Iran has cost the U.S. over $38 billion, and prosecutors in California will not seek the death penalty for Nick Reiner, charged with murdering his parents.

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News Wrap: Democrats block crypto bill, demand limits on Trump's investments

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Senate Democrats Block Cryptocurrency Bill; U.S. Military Confirms Weapons in Space