PANews reported on May 3 that a survey of 1,000 registered U.S. voters commissioned by CoinDesk revealed that only 1% of respondents listed cryptocurrency as the most important issue in the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, ranking it near the bottom of all concerns. In contrast, the cost of living (36%), jobs and the economy (13%), and Social Security and Medicare (11%) were the most pressing concerns for voters.

The survey also revealed that American voters generally hold a negative view of cryptocurrencies, with only 27% of respondents saying they had invested in, traded, or used cryptocurrencies, and another 27% saying they might participate in the future. Approximately 47% of respondents believed the Republican Party was more favorable towards cryptocurrencies, while only 14% believed the Democratic Party was more supportive of the crypto industry. However, regarding "which party they trust more to manage crypto affairs," the Democratic Party's 27% slightly exceeded the Republican Party's 25%, while 40% expressed distrust of both parties.

Although cryptocurrency is not a core election issue, about 40% of respondents said they would still prefer to vote for candidates who share their views on crypto, indicating that the influence of digital asset issues in American politics continues to rise.