Crypto assets and digital financial instruments have become one of the prominent topics of the election process, rather than being a limited investment area in the USA. New research by The Harris Poll on behalf of the Digital Currency Group finds that voters are sending a clear message to Washington: Congress is required to set clear and enforceable rules for this emerging industry.
Highlights of the research
According to the survey of 1,874 registered voters between May 8 and May 18, 2026, support for crypto at the political level has more than doubled compared to 2024. The findings showed that the electorate that is positive about digital assets now has a more visible sphere of influence.
Another striking result of the research emerged regarding data ownership. 84% of participants stated that personal data should be under the control of individuals rather than companies. This approach pointed out that discussions about decentralization and digital ownership are not limited to technology circles only.
Mini dictionary: Digital Currency Group is known as a US-based holding structure that invests in crypto money and blockchain focused companies. The Harris Poll is a polling company known for its public opinion research.
Voters want Congress to create clear rules for the crypto industry and are not content with just rhetoric on this issue.
Group of voters who can influence the fate of the race
The research pointed out that crypto-friendly voters carry weight that could tip the balance in contentious Congressional races. For this reason, it is considered that it may be important for candidates competing in constituencies where competition is high to state their policies regarding digital assets more clearly.
At the time the report was published, comprehensive crypto regulations that could shape the future of the industry were also being discussed in Congress. This shows that the survey results directly intersect with the political agenda. According to the findings, voters are closely watching the heated debates in Washington and the crypto-friendly electorate is waiting for concrete steps.
Table concentrated in key states
The research targeted voters in eight critical states, including Nevada, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina, Ohio and Texas. It is reported that the data is of particular political importance as these states can have a decisive impact on the federal election results.
On the other hand, according to a separate study recently published by the Pew Research Center, the cryptocurrency usage rate in the USA is currently at 19%. This rate indicates an increase of 3 points compared to the 16% level recorded in 2021.
The same study found that crypto usage among Republican voters increased from 16% to 22% in the last three years. This change reveals that digital assets are no longer just a financial choice but also a topic that increasingly carries political meaning.
