Fact-check analysisVerified as of September 23, 2025Curated by FactVerify
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White House official says they expect the crypto market structure bill to pass this year.

The claim is mostly true because a White House official, Patrick Witt, has publicly expressed expectation that the crypto market structure bill will pass before the end of 2025, but there is significant uncertainty and political challenges that could delay passage into 2026.

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Verified September 23, 2025
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Multiple sources confirm that a White House official, Patrick Witt, executive director of the White House Council of Advisors on Digital Assets, stated an expectation for the crypto market structure bill to pass by year-end 2025.theblock.cotheblock.coWhite House eyes year-end finish line for sweeping crypto market structure bill The U.S. House of Representatives has already passed a related sweeping crypto market structure bill earlier in 2025.axios.comaxios.comHouse passes sweeping crypto market structure bill+1 more

However, other sources highlight ongoing challenges in Congress, including Senate opposition and political disagreements, which make passage within 2025 uncertain.forbes.comforbes.comPassing Market Structure Legislation Is No Sure Bet For Congress This Year Senator Cynthia Lummis and other Republican senators have indicated that the bill might not become law until 2026. The White House continues to push for legislation like the CLARITY Act but acknowledges the legislative process is complex and not guaranteed to conclude this year.reuters.comreuters.comWhite House in crypto policy report calls for SEC action, new legislation+3 more

Therefore, while the White House official's expectation is documented and reflects optimism, the broader legislative context suggests possible delays.

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White House eyes year-end finish line for sweeping crypto market structure bill

theblock.co
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House passes sweeping crypto market structure bill

axios.com
Open source

US House passes crypto industry-backed market structure bill

reuters.com
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