On the recordSeptember 13, 2023
There is no support for a CBDC in Congress, except from those on the fringes.
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congress.govThere is no support for a CBDC in Congress, except from those on the fringes.
Foster states that CBDC lacks congressional backing, except from fringe supporters.
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