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A major legislative proposal aimed at establishing a regulatory framework for stablecoins—currencies pegged to the U.S. dollar—has faltered due to political maneuvering. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed his disappointment vividly, labeling the defeat of this legislation as a “missed opportunity.” He pointedly criticized the Democrats for failing to act, suggesting, “The world is watching while American lawmakers twiddle their thumbs.”