Crypto just went from niche policy footnote to something politicians actually have to talk about. New survey data from Digital Currency Group and The Harris Poll shows that 40% of US voters now consider cryptocurrency a major issue heading into the 2026 midterm elections, double the 20% figure recorded during the 2024 cycle.
What the numbers actually show
The survey was conducted online from May 8 to May 18, 2026, polling 2,005 participants aged 18 and older. Of those, 1,874 were identified as registered voters. The methodology included oversamples from eight key battleground states.
For context, the comparable DCG/Harris survey from the 2024 election cycle found that just over 20% of swing-state registered voters viewed crypto as a key issue. That figure has now doubled nationally.
The survey also found strong voter support for clear federal regulations on digital assets and privacy protections, two areas where Congress has been active but inconsistent.
