Stand With Crypto's New 2026 Endorsement Strategy

Following the September 15 Senate collapse of the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, Coinbase-backed group Stand With Crypto has pivoted to direct political involvement, backing Senate candidates Jon Husted (R-OH), Ashley Hinson (R-IA), and Chris Pappas (D-NH) ahead of the midterms.

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  1. Targeted 2026 Senate Endorsements: The organization selected candidates in Ohio, Iowa, and New Hampshire, aiming to influence the composition of Congress for potential future crypto legislative efforts.
  2. Reaction to CLARITY Act Failure: The endorsements serve as a direct response to the Senate's failed procedural vote on September 15, signaling a more aggressive, consequence-focused political stance.
  3. Expanded House-Level Influence: Beyond the Senate, the group added Representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Shomari Figures to its endorsement list, leveraging past support for digital asset policy.

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