Tether Serves as a ‘Lifeline’ for Iran’s Regime, Senate Democrats Claim in Recent Report
In a newly released document, members of the Senate’s Permanent Subcommittee on Intelligence, all of whom are Democrats, contend that the stablecoin known as Tether, or USDT, has evolved into a vital financial conduit for the Islamic Republic of Iran. The report, which was drafted after extensive testimony and a review of financial transaction data, paints a picture of a digital currency that is …
Sept. 28, 2026, 4:16 p.m.