Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse is again calling for the United States to become the world’s leading center for cryptocurrency.
He said the goal is now closer than ever as the U.S. government moves toward new rules for crypto.
Garlinghouse made the comments on September 3, responding to CFTC Chairman Michael Selig, who discussed a recent White House meeting with crypto, tech, and financial industry leaders.
In his tweet, Garlinghouse remarked, “Making America the crypto capital of the world is within reach — let’s finish the job.”
His comments come as lawmakers prepare to vote in September on the CLARITY Act to create clearer U.S. rules for crypto assets.
Ripple CEO and Selig Back U.S. Crypto Growth
Selig’s post referred to the August 19, 2026, White House meeting, where President Donald Trump met with leaders from the crypto and financial industries.
Garlinghouse attended the meeting with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and other industry leaders. SEC Chairman Paul Atkins and CFTC Chairman Michael Selig represented U.S. financial regulators.
Selig said the U.S. should lead the next wave of financial technology instead of letting other countries set the rules.
He said the “new frontier of finance” is being built in the U.S. He also highlighted steps taken by the Trump administration, including the GENIUS Act, a strategic Bitcoin reserve, and clearer rules separating crypto securities from commodities.
The CFTC later launched its Innovation Advisory Committee to advise the agency on technology, law, policy, and finance. The committee’s charter was renewed on August 19, and it held its first meeting on August 20.
Proud to be in the room.
Making America the crypto capital of the world is within reach – let’s finish the job https://t.co/mxmkadYEUU
— Brad Garlinghouse (@bgarlinghouse) September 3, 2026
CLARITY Act Faces a Key Test
The White House meeting showed that the U.S. government is paying close attention to the crypto industry. But Garlinghouse’s call to “finish the job” shows that more work is still needed.
Specifically, the CLARITY Act faces an important Senate vote on September 15. The bill has faced disagreements over stablecoin rewards, decentralized finance, consumer protection, and rules for public officials.
Meanwhile, Trump appeared confident that the bill will pass during talks with crypto and financial industry leaders. The meeting focused on solving the remaining problems and finding enough senators to support the bill.
Ripple Wants the U.S. to Lead Crypto
For Ripple and $XRP, clearer crypto rules in the U.S. have been a major goal for years. Garlinghouse has said that clear regulations would encourage crypto companies to build and invest in the U.S. instead of moving their businesses overseas.
Moreover, the CLARITY Act will reduce uncertainty around assets like $XRP and make it easier for U.S. businesses to use and support the token.
