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Thursday, 23 July 2026
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Goldman Sachs CEO Backs Clarity Act Amid Banking Industry's Stablecoin Concerns

David Solomon breaks with other major bank leaders who oppose key provisions in the crypto market-structure bill.

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Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon has publicly endorsed the Clarity Act, a crypto market-structure bill that has divided the banking industry.

Solomon's support sets him apart from many other major bank leaders who oppose key stablecoin provisions in the legislation.

Senate Republicans are pushing the Clarity Act, according to a single source. The bill has faced mounting opposition over stablecoin yield provisions and ethics concerns, according to a single source.

Solomon's endorsement breaks with much of the banking industry.

Updates

David Solomon stated that the proposed Clarity Act would establish a more stable regulatory framework, despite describing the current version of the legislation as 'not perfect.' Additionally, a formal vote on the bill is now expected to take place in the near future.

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Sources

  1. coindesk.comGoldman Sachs CEO backs Clarity Act despite banking industry's concerns over stablecoin rules (opens in a new window)
  2. bitcoinmagazine.comGoldman Sachs Backs the Clarity Act, Splitting Wall Street Over Crypto Rules (opens in a new window)
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