The snapshot of potential voters, which had a margin of error of 4.4%, said crypto enthusiasts were highly motivated to cast ballots this year, and 64% of those who hold crypto said they’re enthusiastic about supporting pro-crypto candidates.

These midterms could bring significant consequences for the industry. Even if Congress finishes the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act before the November general elections, a number of other crypto legislative needs remain — including a tailoring of the U.S. tax system for crypto, and the establishment of a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve that President Donald Trump ordered. But it’s very likely that Democrats will be running at least one of the congressional chambers by then, and crypto may not be as high a priority as it’s been for Republicans.

Wagers at prediction market firm Kalshi have the chances of Democrats taking the House majority at more than 84%. The odds for the more difficult Democratic path in the Senate is considered closer to a coin flip.

The other House lawmakers endorsed by Stand With Crypto include:

  • Representative Susie Lee, a Nevada Democrat;
  • Representative Mike Lawler, a New York Republican;
  • Representative Greg Landsman, an Ohio Democrat;
  • Representative Rob Bresnahan, a Pennsylvania Republican.

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