Lawmakers from both major parties in the House of Representatives on Tuesday renewed their attacks on Wall Street's chief regulator over his agency's policies on cryptocurrencies, accusing the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission of hampering the industry's growth.

Vice President Kamala Harris extended a nod to the cryptocurrency industry in a speech to Wall Street donors over the weekend, where she promised to "encourage" digital assets.

At a Wall Street fundraiser, Kamala Harris committed to promoting digital assets, AI, and creating a transparent business environment, addressing the crypto communitys long-awaited questions about her stance