Prominent crypto commentator Pumpius argues that Kevin Hassett, a key figure in U.S. digital asset policy, is shaping the narrative surrounding XRP and Ripple, positioning them within a larger strategic framework for the future of finance. He claims Hassett’s expanding influence is closely tied to XRP’s growing prominence. 2025 has seen a flurry of activity involving Hassett – with his current positions in the National Economic Council and the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets, he is shaping federal policy in areas related to crypto, stablecoins, and a potential national digital asset reserve. This, according to Pumpius, creates an environment where XRP repeatedly appears in similar policy discussions, making it unavoidable in discussions about U.S. digital asset strategy. Hassett’s recent comments on the government shutdown, for example, are seen as signaling by market analysts that he might be involved with a timeline for potential XRP ETFs. These comments coincide with meetings of major players like Ripple, Coinbase and Circle representatives meeting with U.S. senators about market structure, further highlighting the nexus between Hassett’s policy influence and XRP’s trajectory. 2025 has seen continued discussions around sovereign wealth fund investments and whether they will be used to leverage XRP-related activities. Pumpius claims that Hassett’s involvement in these discussions demonstrates how central Ripple has become to broader digital asset macro strategy. This level of policy adjacency, according to Pumpius, signifies a significant shift in the relationship between XRP, U.S. policy and its future.