The U.S. government's plan for a central bank digital currency (CBDC) faces a significant setback as a ban is set to be enacted under a housing law's CBDC limit. The limit, which expires at the end of 2030, was included in the legislation by Republicans, despite limited support for a digital dollar from the Federal Reserve and Congress. The crypto industry has opposed the CBDC due to competition concerns with stablecoins. The housing bill, although popular, encountered an unexpected hurdle when Trump refused to sign it. He demanded new voter identity checks, a proposal lacking sufficient support in Congress, delaying the bill's enactment. This development highlights the ongoing political challenges surrounding the implementation of a U.S. digital dollar.