16 stories about Politics from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Oct 24, 2026.
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, the top Democrat on the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, has asked Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino for records about reported payments to Nxum. The firm was co-owned by Bo Hines, a former White House crypto adviser; the available reports do not specify the amount or Tether’s response.
Last Week Tonight aired a segment detailing Donald Trump's crypto investments, including $1.4B in earnings, NFT ventures, and ties to Justin Sun, exploring how these could shape his political future and crypto regulation.
The crypto-focused political action committee Fairshake is investing $30 million to defeat Sen. Sherrod Brown in Ohio. This move comes after the Senate blocked the crypto industry’s Clarity Act, which Brown opposed.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has received $97 million in donations from two crypto billionaires within 24 hours, setting a new record for political donations in the UK. This significant financial backing highlights the growing influence of the crypto industry in political funding.
Crypto billionaires Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne each donated £36 million to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party, totaling £72 million. This comes as the House of Lords considers a bill to halt crypto donations and cap overseas giving at £100,000 annually.
A crypto advocacy group backed by Coinbase has endorsed 32 US midterm candidates across 15 states, including key battlegrounds like Texas, Florida, and California. The group aims to influence crypto-friendly policies and regulations in the upcoming elections.
Senator Elizabeth Warren has asked for details on Donald Trump’s crypto earnings between January and July 2026, ahead of a 2027 deadline. This comes as the Senate prepares to vote on a major crypto bill. Trump disclosed $1.4 billion in crypto earnings earlier this year.
Top Democrats on key Senate committees demanded inquiries into the more than $1.2 billion that President Trump made on crypto last year, citing concerns over transparency and potential conflicts of interest.
President Trump reported at least $1.4 billion in crypto income for 2025, claiming he did nothing illegal. Critics argue he's profiting from the office while shaping crypto regulations.
A Labour MP has accused Nigel Farage of lobbying the Bank of England for policies that could benefit his largest donor, a major investor in Tether. This raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest in crypto regulation.
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand wants to prevent U.S. politicians from creating their own cryptocurrencies. The proposed restriction would apply to Congress members, the president, and their spouses.
Crypto companies have poured $189 million into the 2026 US elections so far, aiming to shape regulations. This spending highlights the industry's growing political influence as lawmakers debate digital asset policies.
Two crypto billionaires, Christopher Harborne and Ben Delo, donated $9.4 million to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party in the first quarter. This is the largest donation the party has received, highlighting crypto's growing influence in politics.
Crypto-aligned political action committees (PACs) spent $3.5 million on ads to support candidates in three US states, helping nearly a dozen win their primaries or advance to the November election. This marks a significant push for crypto-friendly policies at the state level.
CFTC Chair Michael Selig seeks to roll back a settlement with Gemini, the crypto exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, claiming the enforcement action was politically motivated. The twins are known donors to Donald Trump's 2024 campaign and have attended White House events.
Crypto political action committees (PACs) are increasingly targeting Republican candidates, moving away from bipartisan strategies. This shift comes as the industry celebrates political victories in Texas and other states, signaling a strategic realignment in lobbying efforts.