The U.S. Senate confirmed Elbridge Colby as Under Secretary of Defense for Policy on April 8, 2025, with a 53-39 vote at 11:30 AM PDT, shifting focus to national security priorities that may influence crypto policy. Some speculate Colby’s hawkish stance could push for tighter blockchain surveillance, especially after Trump’s tariff-driven market dips. BTC held at $82,500, with X users debating if defense ties could boost or hinder crypto adoption.
