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Crypto after the 2026 midterms
Bitcoin recovered quickly from the Democratic sweep while the CLARITY Act's Senate path is in doubt.
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Bitcoin recovers within a day of the Democratic sweep; the CLARITY Act stays open
Bitcoin fell to about $75,700 on early midterm returns and was back at $80,500 by Wednesday afternoon, The Block reported. The Senate bill that would set US crypto market rules is where the risk sits.
Bitcoin gives back its post-election gain as the AI selloff reaches crypto
Bitcoin fell about 6% to $75,700 on Thursday as US stocks had their worst session since April 2025, and more than $1 billion in leveraged crypto positions were liquidated in 24 hours.