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Voters are choosing members of the House and Senate in the 2026 US midterms, with the first polls set to close at 7:00 p.m. ET. The results will shape the crypto industry’s legislative and regulatory engagement through the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term, even though crypto is not a major issue for voters.
Race calls may take until Tuesday night or Wednesday morning. Key indicators include competitive contests, races backed by crypto political action committees and donors, and Senate contests rated tossups by the Cook Political Report.
Frequently asked questions
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Why do the 2026 midterms matter to the crypto industry?
The results will shape the industry's legislative and regulatory engagement through the remainder of President Donald Trump's term.
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Is crypto a major issue for voters in the election?
No. The election coverage describes crypto as not a major issue for voters.
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When are the first polls scheduled to close?
The first sets of polls are scheduled to close at 7:00 p.m. ET.
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When could election races be called?
Some races may not be called until Tuesday night or Wednesday morning.
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Which contests are being watched for crypto-related signals?
The races include contests backed by crypto PACs and donors, key races that may indicate which party is having a stronger night, and Senate contests rated tossups by the Cook Political Report.
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