US Senator Ted Cruz Pushes For Crypto In Congress, Using Snacks

US Senator Ted Cruz is calling for cryptocurrencies to be accepted in Congress – by way of snacks.

Cruz pulled out a bag of Pirate's Booty while speaking on the Senate floor and said:

"There should be congressional hearings to explore all the potential benefits of cryptocurrencies, and I'm very serious about this. I'm introducing the Pirate's Booty Resolution to make sure members of Congress understand the power and potential of cryptocurrencies."

The Pirate's Booty Resolution calls for the US Congress to investigate the potential for using digital currencies and explore the regulation of them.

Cruz believes that digital currencies can improve financial systems, provide faster and more secure transactions, and open the door to a range of opportunities.

He has also suggested that the US Congress could use cryptocurrency as a way to pay for snacks and beverages in the Senate.

Senator Ted Cruz is urging Congress to look into the benefits of digital currencies, proposing a resolution that would task lawmakers with exploring the potential for using digital assets and the regulation of them. Cruz believes that digital currencies can bring faster, more secure transactions and open up fresh opportunities in the world of finance. Additionally, he has proposed that Congress use crypto to pay for snacks and drinks in the Senate.