Stand With Crypto backs key U.S. midterm candidates and polls crypto voters

Stand With Crypto has endorsed six U.S. congressional candidates in expected battleground states ahead of the November midterms, aiming to protect and advance crypto legislation. The pro-digital-asset advocacy group—initially launched by Coinbase and backed by retail investors—said it will mobilise its membership to vote and will fund media campaigns. It also plans to oppose candidates with records viewed as anti-crypto in two additional districts, with more endorsements expected later. Key endorsements include Republican Zach Nunn (Iowa) and Democrat Don Davis (North Carolina), alongside Susie Lee (Nevada, D), Mike Lawler (New York, R), Greg Landsman (Ohio, D), and Rob Bresnahan (Pennsylvania, R). Stand With Crypto also commissioned a survey of crypto holders in battleground states. Results from Impact Research (margin of error 4.4%) suggest no clear majority advantage for either party on crypto policy. However, Republicans are favoured on net support (45% vs 26%). Importantly for traders, the poll indicates high turnout intent: 64% of crypto holders said they are enthusiastic about supporting pro-crypto candidates. The article notes the legislative backdrop: even if Congress advances the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act before the general election, other policy work remains (crypto tax alignment and a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve ordered by President Donald Trump). If Democrats win more power, crypto may lose relative priority compared with Republicans. Market framing: prediction market firm Kalshi gives Democrats a >84% chance to take the House, while the Senate odds are closer to a coin flip. Overall, Stand With Crypto’s push adds near-term political certainty for the crypto agenda—though outcomes depend on how control of Congress shifts.