Experts have differing opinions on whether the incoming administration can create a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve without Congressional approval. Former President Donald Trump had previously announced plans to halt the sale of seized bitcoin, which has accumulated to over $19 billion through criminal confiscations. While experts like Perianne Boring believe Republican control of Congress could facilitate legislation for a reserve, Nic Carter emphasizes that current Congressional focus is on stablecoin regulation rather than bitcoin reserves. There's potential for a legal strategy using the Treasury's Exchange Stabilization Fund to acquire bitcoin without direct market purchases, according to Zack Shapiro. However, the discussion lacks concrete proposals and written frameworks. There remains uncertainty about the timing and viability of establishing such a reserve, especially if Congressional priorities diverge from cryptocurrency matters in the near term.

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