Gillibrand urges Dems to press ahead on crypto bill amid internal party debate

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand privately urged fellow Democrats to vote to advance the Clarity Act so the Senate can begin debate on a major cryptocurrency bill. Her push highlights a split in the party: she supports stronger consumer protections and a robust stance, while progressives, led by Elizabeth Warren, argue the measure is too favorable to crypto interests. The procedural vote is not final passage and depends on 60 votes to begin full debate, with Republicans releasing revised text that could win more support but remains uncertain.