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DOGE is at the center of the government shutdown fight


Published on 2025-03-11 18:40:59 - Insider
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  • Democrats aren't used to voting against keeping the government open. But DOGE and the Trump administrations early moves are changing the calculus.

The article from MSN discusses how the cryptocurrency Dogecoin (Doge) has unexpectedly become a focal point in the U.S. government shutdown debate. As Congress faces a deadline to pass a funding bill, some members are pushing for cryptocurrency regulations, with Dogecoin being highlighted due to its meme status and significant following. This has led to a peculiar situation where discussions about government funding are intertwined with debates over the legitimacy and regulation of cryptocurrencies like Dogecoin. The involvement of Doge in these high-stakes political negotiations underscores the growing influence of digital currencies in mainstream financial and political discourse, illustrating how even meme-based cryptocurrencies can impact serious legislative discussions.

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