A must-read on the Senate math behind the Clarity Act without the hype.
I reported this morning that Senate leadership has discussed potentially keeping members in Washington beyond the scheduled recess if they have the votes to invoke cloture on the motion to proceed. But I’m told it’s all very much in flux, especially with growing demands from certain senators to cancel recess for votes on the SAVE America Act and the Russia/Iran sanctions bill.
BREAKING: 🇺🇸 BILLIONAIRE ANTHONY SCARAMUCCI JUST ANNOUNCED LIVE ON CNBC THAT DEMOCRATS WILL VOTE TO PASS THE CRYPTO MARKET STRUCTURE BILL
"YOUNG DEMOCRATS DON'T WANT TO GO UP AGAINST CRYPTO"
"IF IT GETS TO THE FLOOR, IT'S GOING TO PASS"
IT’S FINALLY HAPPENING 🚀
Former @TheNCUA Chairman Rodney E. Hood, who also helped open the door for banks to participate in crypto while leading the @USOCC, says credit unions have an important role to play in the new financial system.
It's rare to have such a pleasant sunny day. I came to the beach on Saturday to relax, feel the sea breeze, and watch the waves. All the stress from this week has dissipated🌊☁️
Honey Pineapple Salmon
Servings: 4 Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 12–15 minutes
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each), skin on or off, patted very dry
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (plus extra rings for garnish)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1–2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (garnish)
1 tbsp neutral oil (for searing; skip if baking only)
Pinch sesame seeds (optional)
Honey‑pineapple glaze
1/3 cup pineapple juice (from the fruit or canned, not from concentrate if possible)
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp low‑sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional for extra lacquer)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1/2 tsp chili flakes or a squeeze of sriracha (optional heat)
1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water (slurry; for thick, glossy finish)
Method A — Skillet‑sear + oven finish
Make the glaze: In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, honey, soy, vinegar/lime, brown sugar (if using), garlic, ginger, and chili. Simmer 2–3 minutes. Stir in cornstarch slurry; simmer 30–60 seconds until glossy. Remove from heat.
Prep salmon: Lightly season fillets with a pinch of salt and pepper (soy adds salt later).
Sear: Heat a large oven‑safe skillet over medium‑high. Add oil; when shimmering, place salmon flesh‑side down. Sear 2 minutes to get color, then flip skin‑side down.
Sauce + pineapple: Spoon some glaze over salmon. Scatter pineapple chunks (or a few rings) around the fish; toss them in a little glaze.
Oven finish: Transfer skillet to a 400°F (204°C) oven for 6–8 minutes, until salmon flakes easily (125–130°F for medium; 135°F for more done). Brush once more with glaze in the last minute.
Serve: Spoon pan juices over salmon. Top with green onion, herbs, and sesame seeds. Add extra pineapple on top.
Method B — Sheet‑pan (hands‑off)
Line a sheet pan with foil and lightly oil. Place salmon and pineapple; brush salmon generously with glaze. Bake at 425°F (218°C) for 9–12 minutes (thickness varies). Broil 1 minute to caramelize.
Method C — Grill
Oil grates well. Grill pineapple rings first 2–3 minutes/side to char. Grill salmon over medium‑high, skin‑side down 5–7 minutes; brush with glaze, flip 1–2 minutes to lacquer. Warm remaining glaze and spoon over to serve.
Tips for success
Dry fish = better sear and lacquer.
Don’t overcook: pull at temp; carryover heat finishes it.
Extra sticky finish: brush with hot glaze right after cooking.
No fresh pineapple? Use canned chunks in juice; use the juice for the glaze.
Serving ideas
Coconut rice or jasmine rice and steamed broccoli/asparagus
Lime wedges for squeezing
Quick cucumber salad (rice vinegar, a little sugar, sesame oil)
Quick coconut rice
Simmer 1 cup jasmine rice with 3/4 cup coconut milk + 3/4 cup water + pinch salt. Rest 10 minutes; fluff.
Make‑ahead
Glaze keeps 4–5 days refrigerated. Warm gently to loosen before using.
Enjoy the sweet‑tangy, garlicky glaze with that charred pineapple pop!
OH MY GOSH!
The House just voted 215-211 in favor of a special rules resolution,
which instructs for the text of the SAVE America to be attached to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
The House is doing its job.
@SpeakerJohnson is keeping his promise.
This week will be a busy one for economic data, Fed speeches and, likely, further clarity (🫠) on the status of the Clarity Act.
Top things to watch:
📌CPI & PPI: Fresh inflation data that could shape expectations for the Fed’s next interest rate decision.
📌Fed Chair Kevin Warsh delivers the semiannual monetary policy report to Congress, and will likely be quizzed by lawmakers on a variety of topics relating to the Fed. Other speeches are expected from Michelle Bowman, Chris Waller, Michael Barr, Lisa Cook and several regional Fed presidents.
📌An updated version of the Clarity Act that merges the Senate Banking and Senate Agriculture Committee texts. While stakeholders are anticipating text, some industry sources tell me key provisions are still being “actively negotiated” and that an ethics deal is “not done.” It’s unclear, as of now, what that means for the timing of a Senate floor vote, which many are hoping could be scheduled as soon as the week of the 20th.