Coinbase-backed group mobilizes crypto voters for 2026 elections
The organization Stand With Crypto, affiliated with Coinbase, has outlined key goals for the 2026 U.S. elections. The main focus is on the states of Ohio and Pennsylvania.
It is in these regions that crypto voters could play a decisive role, reports Cointelegraph.
Iowa, Nevada, New York, and North Carolina were also included in the list of priority races. The organization believes that the share of crypto-oriented voters in these regions is significant enough. Particular attention is being given to Ohio’s 9th district and Pennsylvania’s 10th district. Incumbent politicians there have already been criticized for their positions on crypto regulation. The campaign is expected to be one of the most aggressive in the industry’s history.
The main tool is voter mobilization
SWC plans to use a comprehensive strategy to influence voters. This includes digital advertising, email campaigns, SMS outreach, and social media activity. Offline methods and direct voter engagement will also be used. The organization is creating candidate scorecards based on voting records and public statements. This helps voters quickly understand political positions.
A strong emphasis is placed on crypto regulation issues. According to a survey, 74% of crypto holders are ready to support candidates with a clear regulatory stance. At the same time, 31% said this would be a decisive factor in their vote. This makes crypto policy an important element of political competition.
Crypto money is already influencing political campaigns
Financial backing through PACs is already reshaping the political landscape. For example, the group Protect Progress spent $1.5 million against a candidate in Texas. Although the candidate did not lose the primary, the race continues. In Illinois, crypto lobby groups invested millions to support one candidate.
However, Juliana Stratton won despite these efforts. This shows that the industry’s influence is growing but not absolute. Nevertheless, spending continues to rise. Political campaigns are increasingly dependent on crypto industry funding. This strengthens its influence on the political agenda.
Ohio becomes a key battleground for crypto policy
Ohio has already seen significant crypto industry spending in previous elections. In 2024, large sums were directed against Senator Sherrod Brown. He lost the election but plans to run again in 2026. This makes the state one of the main battlegrounds.
Experts expect another surge in funding and political activity. According to former Congressman Tim Ryan, massive amounts will again be spent in the region. With more than 270 pro-crypto candidates already elected to Congress in 2024, the industry’s influence continues to grow. The 2026 elections may test how much crypto voters can shift the political balance.
Recently we wrote that the cryptocurrency market has erased its 91% post-election rally following Donald Trump’s victory, while the Fear and Greed Index is experiencing its longest period of fear since the Terra-LUNA collapse in 2022.
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