Today on the Brief:

• Markets react to FOMC notes
• Taiwan blocks China streaming services
• Initial jobless claims back on the rise

Our main discussion is a look at the politicians on both sides of the aisle who are pro-digital currencies and, especially, pro-bitcoin. Featuring:

• Rep. Thomas Massie
• Governor Jared Polis
• Andrew Yang
• Rep. Ted Budd
• Rep. Trey Hollingsworth
• Rep. Darren Soto
• Rep. Stacey Plaskett
• Rep. Tom Emmer
• Senate Candidate Cynthia Lummis
• Rep. Warren Davidson
• Rep. Patrick McHenry