Catherine Shaw

Washington correspondent who covered bank regulation for a decade before turning to crypto policy. Writes about legislation the way a chess player narrates a match. Sources include people who won't go on record.

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Articles by Catherine Shaw

Jul 15, 2026

Trump Meme Coin Faces Major Test with 9.6% Supply Deployment

The Trump meme coin team plans to release up to 96 million tokens, worth about $150 million, into the crypto market. As the coin currently trades significantly below its peak, this move could dramatically impact its future valuation.

Jul 15, 2026

Trump's $1 Billion Bitcoin Ties Could Sway Crypto Legislation

President Trump is set to meet with senators to ethics controversy of the Clarity Act. His significant crypto investments add complexity to the bill's passage.