President Trump Pressures Financial Sector, Promises Immediate Signing of 'Clarity Act' at Private Mar-a-Lago Event

On the evening of Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the grand halls of Mar-a-Lago, amidst a gathering of meme coin millionaires, tech executives, and sports icons, President Donald Trump delivered a resolute message to the traditional banking sector. Trump pledged to immediately sign the long-delayed 'Clarity Act,' signaling that his second term's 'crypto-first' economic policy has entered its most aggressive phase. This declaration is seen as setting the stage for a decisive showdown over the future of U.S. market structure.

I will not let the banks block the Clarity Act, which defines the structure of the U.S. crypto market. This bill must be passed immediately, and I am ready to sign it as soon as it hits my desk.

Key industry figures, including legendary boxer Mike Tyson and the CEO of Tether, attended the private event, lending weight to the Trump administration's deregulatory stance. Notably, the gathering was exclusive to $TRUMP meme coin holders, reaffirming the close ties between the crypto community and political circles. Attendees expressed high expectations for the powerful influence the president's remarks would have on the market.

Clarity Act: Breaking the Banking Stalemate

The Clarity Act is a market structure bill that clearly defines how cryptocurrencies are regulated in the U.S., which has faced difficulties in the legislative process due to conflicts of interest with the traditional financial sector. President Trump criticized the banking industry for hindering the development of the crypto industry to protect its vested interests, emphasizing that this bill is the key to resolving market uncertainty. He made clear his intention to push the bill through despite lobbying efforts from financial institutions.

• Clarification of legal definitions for cryptocurrencies and establishment of regulatory jurisdiction
• Lowering entry barriers for traditional financial institutions to enter the crypto market
• Providing federal-level standard guidelines for digital asset exchanges

While the 'GENIUS Act,' signed in July 2025, focused on stablecoin regulation and the integration of traditional finance, the Clarity Act addresses a more comprehensive market structure. With the full implementation of the GENIUS Act scheduled for 2026, the passage of the Clarity Act is expected to provide unprecedented institutional support for the U.S. crypto market. This legislative trend demonstrates the continuity of the regulatory innovation pursued by the administration.

This stands in stark contrast to President Trump's past position. In 2021, he expressed strong skepticism toward cryptocurrencies, calling Bitcoin a 'scam competing against the dollar.' However, as of 2026, he has transformed into the industry's most powerful advocate, styling himself as the 'Crypto President.' This dramatic shift suggests that cryptocurrency has emerged as a core pillar of the U.S. economy.

Fed Chair Replacement and the May 15 Deadline

President Trump's crypto policy is closely intertwined with monetary policy. Ahead of the end of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's term on May 15, 2026, he has not hidden his intention to appoint a more 'compliant' successor to create a crypto-friendly economic environment. This is interpreted as a strategy to supply strong liquidity to the crypto market, a risk asset, along with interest rate cuts.

Political opposition is also significant. Democrats are countering with the 'Stop TRUMP Act (H.R. 3573)' to limit the administration's influence over crypto. This bill, aimed at checking the president's unilateral execution of crypto policy, portends a fierce battle in the 119th Congress, with significant friction expected in the future legislative process.

Nevertheless, market experts remain optimistic about the expansion of cryptocurrencies for the remainder of 2026. If the Trump administration's deregulation and institutional support materialize, a variety of digital assets are expected to flood the market, leading to a fundamental change in the U.S. financial ecosystem. The passage of the Clarity Act will be the starting point of that change.