Does Bennie Thompson Support Crypto?

Based on previous comments, Bennie Thompson has indicated they are very anti-cryptocurrency. Below you can view the tweets, quotes, and other commentary Bennie Thompson has made about Bitcoin, Ethereum, and cryptocurrency innovation.

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Very Anti-Crypto

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Rep. Bennie G. Thompson
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Today, I sent a letter to EACH of the tech giants, mega corporations, and crypto companies who contributed $ for Trump's destruction of the White House. The White House is a treasured symbol of our democracy and these companies must answer for their involvement in this travesty.
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Very Anti-Crypto

Voted against a bill on Jul 17th, 2025
Bill Name
CLARITY Act
Details
The "Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025," or "CLARITY Act of 2025," establishes a regulatory framework for digital commodities, granting the CFTC exclusive jurisdiction over spot market transactions and related entities like exchanges, brokers, and dealers. It aims to differentiate digital commodities from securities, introduce a "mature blockchain system" concept for regulatory exemptions, and protect individual self-custody rights.
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Final Passage Out Of House
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Very Anti-Crypto

Voted against a bill on Jul 17th, 2025
Bill Name
GENIUS Act
Details
The GENIUS Act of 2025 proposes a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. It defines permitted issuers (insured depository institutions, their subsidiaries, and approved nonbank entities) and mandates 1:1 reserve backing with specific high-quality assets. The bill outlines federal and state regulatory oversight options, sets requirements for customer asset segregation, and grants stablecoin holders priority in insolvency proceedings. It also clarifies that regulated payment stablecoins are not considered securities or commodities under various acts. The bill designates issuers as financial institutions under the Bank Secrecy Act, requiring compliance with AML, KYC, and sanctions regulations to prevent illicit finance and safeguard national security. It also reinforces U.S. leadership in digital finance by supporting innovation and ensuring the dollar remains competitive in a rapidly evolving global financial landscape.
Vote Type
Final Passage Out Of House
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Very Anti-Crypto

Voted against a bill on Mar 11th, 2025
Bill Name
H.J. Res 25
Details
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to "Gross Proceeds Reporting by Brokers That Regularly Provide Services Effectuating Digital Asset Sales".
Vote Type
Final Passage Out Of House
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Somewhat Anti-Crypto

Voted against a bill on May 23rd, 2024
Bill Name
CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act
Details
To amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal Reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, to prohibit the use of central bank digital currency for monetary policy, and for other purposes.
Vote Type
Final Passage Out Of House
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