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At the 10-year anniversary party of The Digital Chamber (TDC) in Nashville, Senator Cynthia Lummis hinted at a significant announcement regarding Bitcoin. This created a buzz within the cryptocurrency community. Moreover, Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long extended her support to Lummis and spotlighted the U.S senator’s impending announcement. 
<h2 id="senator-cynthia-lummis-major-announcement-in-bitcoin-conference-2024">Senator Cynthia Lummis’ Major Announcement In Bitcoin Conference 2024</h2> 
“Great to be in Nashville. Much to discuss,” Senator Cynthia Lummis wrote on X, quoting a post by The Digital Chamber that promised a notable revelation coming this Saturday. The Digital Chamber post noted, “At TDC’s 10 year anniversary party in #Nashville, Senator Cynthia Lummis hinted at a significant #bitcoin announcement coming this Saturday. Stay tuned for more details.” 
According to a recent report, Senator Lummis plans to introduce groundbreaking legislation that could position Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset for the US Federal Reserve. This move, if realized, could revolutionize the way digital currencies are perceived and integrated into the mainstream financial system. Hence, the latest statement in Nashville marks the first public acknowledgment of the impending announcement. 
Earlier, Fox Business’ senior correspondent, Charles Gasparino, reported that Senator Cynthia Lummis aims to unveil this legislation at the Bitcoin Conference 2024. This bill would establish a pathway for the US Federal Reserve to hold Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, similar to gold and foreign currencies. 
Additionally, Gasparino noted, “The Senator hopes to gain support from former President <a href="https://coingape.com/donald-trump-bags-4m-in-btc-eth-and-xrp-from-crypto-heavyweights/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Donald Trump</a>, who is also speaking at the event.” Furthermore, rumors have been swirling in the market that Donald Trump might announce Bitcoin as a US strategic reserve at the upcoming conference. 
Dennis Porter, CEO of Satoshi Action Fund, fueled these speculations by claiming his sources are credible. Porter stated, “If the former U.S. President follows through, it could shift global economic strategies, reinforcing Bitcoin’s status as digital gold.” 
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<h2 id="significance-of-the-bill">Significance Of The Bill</h2> 
Moreover, A report from Fox Business elaborated on Senator Cynthia Lummis’ plan, revealing that she has been quietly working on this legislation. The bill’s primary goal is to direct the Federal Reserve to acquire and hold Bitcoin, integrating it into the US financial framework. The report suggests that Lummis might announce her intentions during the conference, possibly before Trump’s speech, aiming to secure his endorsement. 
Alex Chizhik, Chief Commercial Officer at HarrisX, highlighted the potential significance of the bill. “Having the Federal Reserve hold Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset would be a groundbreaking move, signaling the central bank’s embrace of innovation,” Chizhik noted. He added that this action could stabilize the U.S. dollar and bring legitimacy to Bitcoin as a financial asset. 
Senator Cynthia Lummis, dubbed as the “Crypto Queen” on Capitol Hill, has been a vocal advocate for the cryptocurrency domain. She has expressed firm opposition to the implementation of <a href="https://coingape.com/glossary/central-bank-digital-currency-cbdc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs)</a>, describing them as tools for government surveillance. Instead, she advocates for financial sovereignty. 
“We want to make sure people can have individual wallets for their Bitcoin,” she stated. Lummis believes that integrating BTC into the US financial system could reinforce the strength of the US dollar. “We know that we want the US Dollar to remain strong. Having Bitcoin in reserves can actually help the US dollar to remain strong,” she asserted in a July post. 
<h2 id="political-odds">Political Odds</h2> 
Adding to the complexity of the situation, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., another pro-crypto presidential candidate, has revealed his support for BTC. He plans to add a BTC reserve equivalent to the gold reserve, approximately $615 billion. “I am a huge supporter of Bitcoin,” Kennedy said at a recent conference. 
This statement indicates that if either Trump or Kennedy wins the presidential race, the likelihood of a Bitcoin reserve may increase significantly. However, the political landscape remains uncertain. 
Democrat candidate <a href="https://coingape.com/kamala-harris-refuses-to-speak-at-bitcoin-conference-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kamala Harris</a>, who believes Bitcoin is primarily used for “criminal” activities, also boasts significant odds of winning. Hence, her stance could complicate the potential for Bitcoin to be adopted as a strategic reserve asset. 
Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://coingape.com/kamala-harris-releases-first-election-ad-ahead-bitcoin-conference/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kamala Harris Releases First Election Ad Ahead Bitcoin Conference</a> 
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