A recent X post by Coin Bureau has drawn attention to the political dynamics surrounding XRP and its exclusion from recent U.S. policy considerations related to cryptocurrency reserves. According to the post , Senator Cynthia Lummis, a known supporter of digital assets and head of the Senate Digital Assets Subcommittee, recently canceled a meeting with Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse without public explanation. This development has triggered concerns about the senator’s impartiality toward different crypto projects, specifically regarding XRP. Allegations of Personal Bias in Policy Decisions Coin Bureau highlighted that the XRP community discovered online activity by Lummis’s son-in-law, Will Cole, which appears to reveal a strong negative stance toward both Ripple and its associated digital asset. Cole reportedly reposted content describing XRP as a “fake token” and referring to Ripple as a “centralized joke of a scam.” The resurfacing of these statements has raised questions about whether personal bias might influence Lummis’s decisions on digital asset policy. Preference for Bitcoin in U.S. Reserve Discussions This scrutiny is especially relevant given Lummis’s prominent role in pushing the creation of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve . The proposal, which originated from her 2024 legislative initiative, included a clear emphasis on Bitcoin as the digital asset of choice for national strategic interests. Coin Bureau emphasized that such alignment with Bitcoin may be viewed by critics as favoritism that sidelines other projects, including XRP. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Coin Bureau also noted that speculation about XRP being considered for inclusion in the reserve had previously been fueled by a post on Truth Social attributed to Donald Trump. In that post, several major cryptocurrencies were mentioned —namely Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, and XRP. However, when the formal executive order was later released, only Bitcoin was referenced, with no mention of XRP or any other altcoin. This omission has led many to question whether XRP is being deliberately excluded. Regulatory Delays and Legal Uncertainty Weigh on XRP The tweet also addressed the broader institutional hurdles XRP faces in the United States. Among them are ongoing delays in the approval of XRP-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Applications from entities such as 21Shares and Grayscale remain unapproved, with some analysts suggesting that approval might not come until later in the year. These regulatory delays further complicate the possibility of XRP gaining official recognition or integration into federal crypto strategies. Coin Bureau concluded that XRP’s chances of being included in any future U.S. crypto reserve currently appear low. The combination of unresolved legal matters, ETF approval obstacles, and now indications of political and personal bias contributes to a challenging environment for XRP in U.S. regulatory and strategic circles. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post XRP Might Not Make It Into the U.S. Crypto Reserve? Here’s Expert Opinion appeared first on Times Tabloid .
