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The event underscores deepening factional splits within the GOP, potentially weakening Trump's 2024 influence and increasing odds of fiscal stimulus continuity. However, with 18% of the House defying Trump on aid, it signals elevated political volatility that may accelerate capital flight into decentralized assets during election cycles. This contrasts with the current 75% correlation between BTC and Nasdaq, revealing a structural tension between crypto's 'digital gold' narrative and risk-asset behavior.

House Republicans broke with Trump to approve Ukraine aid, with 18 Republicans joining Democrats in the vote.

House Republicans Defy Trump to Approve Ukraine Aid – Crypto Implications Run Deeper Than Market Fear

Ukraine Aid Vote Triggers 'Fiscal Inertia' Effect, Forcing Institutional Treasury Managers to Quietly Position in Bitcoin ETFs as Off-Balance-Sheet Reserves