US lawmakers from the Democratic party have rejected the latest draft of the CLARITY Act. The draft was met with resistance over issues related to enforcement and ethics. The CLARITY Act aims to provide clarity on cryptocurrency regulation, but its latest iteration has been criticized by Democrats. Key concerns include giving the Department of Justice (DOJ) sole enforcement power.
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The objection is centered around the idea that state attorney generals should also play a role in enforcing regulations. This concern is tied to broader debates over federalism and states' rights.