Bitcoin ownership is emerging as more than just a financial trend—it’s becoming a political identity.
A new poll from Cygnal shows that BTC holders in the U.S. are forming a distinct voting bloc with strong Republican leanings and a growing influence on election outcomes.
In 2024, 59% of Bitcoin voters supported Donald Trump, compared to 34% for Kamala Harris. Trump even attracted a notable share of Democratic crypto holders, boosted by his promise of lighter regulations and a friendlier stance toward the industry—moves that later drove Bitcoin to record highs.
These voters skew younger, richer, and more educated than the general population. They care most about inflation and the economy, prefer in-person voting, and remain largely skeptical of traditional politics—though they’re firmly pro-crypto.
Notably, they’re not Bitcoin purists. Over 40% support meme coins, fueling the rise of PolitiFi tokens like TRUMP. The most enthusiastic crypto supporters fall between the ages of 30 and 44, and most are expected to lean Republican in the 2026 midterms.
With crypto policy becoming an election issue, Bitcoin holders are no longer just investors—they’re voters with growing political clout.
Alexander Stefanov
Reporter at Coindoo
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