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- Ripple says the crypto industry has defeated anti-crypto regulatory pressure in the U.S.
- Trump pledged support for long-term crypto market structure legislation.
- The CLARITY Act could permanently strengthen XRP’s legal standing.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has declared that the long-running battle between the crypto industry and U.S. regulators is nearing its end after President Donald Trump renewed his support for digital assets.
Garlinghouse reacted to Trump’s recent Truth Social post, where the president promised to make the United States the “crypto capital of the world” and establish digital asset regulations that cannot easily be reversed by future administrations.
In response, Garlinghouse argued that what he called the “Anti-Crypto Army” had ultimately failed. According to him, resistance to crypto innovation collapsed under legal pressure, voter sentiment, and shifting political priorities.
The comments highlight how dramatically the U.S. crypto landscape has changed over the past few years, especially for Ripple and XRP.
Ripple’s SEC Battle Became a Turning Point
Ripple spent years fighting the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission after the agency sued the company in 2020. Under former SEC Chair Gary Gensler, regulators claimed XRP was sold as an unregistered security.
The lawsuit became one of the most closely watched legal battles in crypto history. Ripple reportedly spent hundreds of millions defending itself while XRP faced delistings and uncertainty that limited institutional adoption during major market rallies.
That changed in 2023 when Judge Analisa Torres ruled that XRP sales on secondary markets did not qualify as securities transactions. The decision was widely viewed as a major win for Ripple and the broader crypto sector.
Since then, the ruling has influenced ongoing discussions around digital asset regulation in Washington and strengthened calls for clearer rules separating commodities from securities.
Garlinghouse said efforts to block crypto innovation only protected outdated financial systems instead of encouraging technological progress.
CLARITY Act Could Cement XRP’s Status
Attention is now turning toward the proposed CLARITY Act, which aims to establish a long-term regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States.
According to industry analysts, the bill has a strong chance of becoming law in 2026. If approved, it could formally recognize XRP as a commodity and reduce the SEC’s authority over certain crypto assets.
For Ripple, such legislation would provide the regulatory certainty the company has pursued for years while potentially opening the door for broader institutional participation.
Trump’s renewed pro-crypto stance and Ripple’s growing legal momentum suggest the industry is entering a new phase focused less on courtroom battles and more on expansion, infrastructure, and adoption.
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The Ripple-SEC lawsuit once symbolized the uncertainty surrounding crypto regulation in the United States. Now, Ripple executives and political leaders are framing the outcome as proof that the industry has survived regulatory resistance.
With the CLARITY Act gaining traction and Trump openly backing crypto innovation, the next chapter for XRP and the broader digital asset market may center on growth rather than survival.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
I’m a crypto enthusiast with a background in finance. I’m fascinated by the potential of crypto to disrupt traditional financial systems. I’m always on the lookout for new and innovative projects in the space. I believe that crypto has the potential to create a more equitable and inclusive financial system.
