Stand With Crypto Backs 32 Midterm Candidates in Bid for Crypto-Friendly Congress

Stand With Crypto, an advocacy group linked to Coinbase, has endorsed 32 candidates for U.S. House races ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The group framed its candidate slate as part of a broader effort to mobilize 'crypto voters,' arguing that digital-asset issues may become more influential in close races where candidates seek support beyond traditional political constituencies.

The organization's executive director, Mason Lynaugh, said the timing reflects what he called an inflection point for crypto policy in Washington. Stand With Crypto is targeting competitive races where it believes its influence is most likely to matter for outcomes.

The group is focused on shaping federal digital-asset policy by backing lawmakers it views as credible champions for the sector. It pointed to the 2025 flow of pro-crypto candidates into Congress, claiming that more than 270 such candidates were sent to Washington in 2025, an outcome the organization linked to potential progress on legislation.

The Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act remains uncertain in the Senate. The bill was passed with bipartisan support in July 2025 and is still pending in the Senate, where discussions have included topics such as ethics requirements, tokenization provisions, and stablecoin rewards.