A new CoinDesk survey reveals that 62% of U.S. voters do not trust President Donald Trump's administration to oversee the cryptocurrency sector. The poll, conducted last week among 1,000 registered voters, also highlights widespread opposition to government officials holding personal stakes in crypto. Findings underscore low public enthusiasm for digital assets ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Washington — A survey commissioned by CoinDesk and conducted by Public Opinion Strategies last week found that 62% of 1,000 registered U.S. voters lack confidence in the Trump administration's ability to regulate the cryptocurrency industry. The online poll, evenly split between 2024 Trump and Harris supporters, carries a credibility interval of about 3.5% and signals a shift in sentiment even among some of the president's base. Nearly three-quarters (73%) oppose senior officials having personal business dealings in crypto, with 59% of Republicans agreeing despite their party's relative flexibility on the issue. Only 45% are aware of the Trump family's stakes, including partial ownership in World Liberty Financial, while 17% know of their backing for its launch. A World Liberty spokesman defended the ties, stating that Trump 'pledged to make the United States the crypto capital of the world, and World Liberty wholeheartedly supports this vision.' The president has fulfilled promises through a crypto czar appointment, executive orders, supportive regulators, and boosting the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, which passed the House and awaits Senate action needing 60 votes. Democrats seek a provision banning officials' crypto interests, aimed at Trump, amid ongoing bipartisan talks. The White House did not comment. Separately, voters prioritize economy and cost of living over crypto, which only 1% rank top, though 22% call it important. About 65% trust banks more than crypto for financial access, with 60% viewing it as a negative economic force. Roughly 27% have engaged with crypto, but most hold small amounts. The industry lobbies for the Clarity Act amid bank opposition, with senators suggesting a May hearing. CoinDesk plans to release full data Tuesday at Consensus Miami. (248 words)
