A White House crypto policy official suddenly went to military training, and the bill negotiations are missing a key person—now the Senate’s current 60 votes look even more uncertain, pushing back the certainty around crypto regulation again.

White House crypto policy official Patrick Witt will resign later this month after several months of mandatory military training, expected to complete his duties next Friday. His departure coincides with the Clarity Act pushed by Republicans, which could further reduce the odds of passage, requiring at least 60 votes. Insiders say the move is not ideal but unavoidable. Witt previously applied for the JAG program and delayed his training due to his involvement in Clarity Act negotiations; his resignation will add uncertainty to a process that is already complex, while the White House still urges the Senate to advance the bill.