$13M Lobbying Effort Can't Save Crypto from Indigestion Over Trump's Memecoin
The crypto sector spent $13 million on D.C. lobbyists in the first half of 2026, including $8 million on the failed CLARITY Act.
The bill aimed to establish a clearer regulatory framework for digital assets and define the roles of the SEC and CFTC.
Coinbase led lobbying spending at $2.2 million, followed by Andreessen Horowitz at $1.5 million.
The $TRUMP memecoin's latest 'dinner' for large holders is sparking criticism from supporters, as the token trades about 97% below its peak.