Chuck Schumer, the Senate Democratic leader, has introduced a bill to establish the first anti-corruption bureau in U.S. history. This initiative comes in response to a declaration by President Donald Trump, who reported a $1.4 billion profit from cryptocurrency projects in 2025. The proposed bureau aims to consolidate the Federal Election Commission, the Office of Government Ethics, and the Office of Special Counsel, granting it the authority to investigate and combat corruption within the administration. Schumer referred to this new entity as a "toothful tool" in contrast to the existing "fragmented system." For the bill to pass, it will require bipartisan support, and Trump could potentially veto it.
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Senate Democrats Propose Anti-Corruption Bureau Amid Trump’s Crypto Gains
Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, have proposed an anti-corruption bureau following Trump's report of $1.4 billion in crypto profits.
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July 31, 2026 1 min read