The US government shutdown continues, affecting vital federal functions like securities regulation and lawmaking. The Senate voted 60-40 to end the shutdown. Crypto markets surged after the 2019 shutdown, but broader headwinds now face the industry. Bitcoin’s price is down 12% during the shutdown, trading near $105,000.

President Trump announced a possible $2,000 stimulus check for Americans. Similar $1,200 checks in 2020 saw crypto prices skyrocket. Analysts anticipate a price surge with possible rate cuts and stimulus checks. However, legal scrutiny on Trump’s tariff policy and political turmoil may impact the outcome for crypto markets.

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