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Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle, which issues USDC, said during an interview that crypto is already a “purple,” or bipartisan issue, but with the election approaching, more needs to be done to solidify this status. 
In today’s <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YS1E-6cxTm8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">interview,</a> Allaire discussed how the election results could influence the industry. He highlighted major differences in how the current administration and leading candidates address cryptocurrency regulations. 
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Allaire further recognized efforts in legislation over time, noting that crypto was once considered a politically neutral and promising issue. However, he pointed out that the present administration’s stance has not been as favorable, leading to a shift where innovation and job opportunities are moving overseas. This change has resulted in policies being influenced more by court decisions than congressional actions, which Allaire believes hinders technologies like blockchain from flourishing. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="span-style-font-weight-400-candidates-hold-different-approaches-to-cryptocurrency-span">Candidates hold different approaches to cryptocurrency</h3> 
Republican nominee Donald Trump has portrayed himself as supportive of cryptocurrency, though doubts linger about his depth of knowledge and dedication to the assets. Trump spoke directly to crypto users at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in July and helped make digital assets a part of his party’s official platform.&nbsp; 
In contrast, Vice President Kamala Harris has been actively involved in engaging with the cryptocurrency sector to address industry concerns and mend her administration’s reputation among stakeholders. Her efforts encompass discussions with Ripple, Circle, and other prominent industry figures to better understand the sector’s challenges.&nbsp; 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="span-style-font-weight-400-impact-of-election-outcomes-on-u-s-crypto-leadership-span">Impact of election outcomes on U.S. crypto leadership</h3> 
Since launching her campaign at the end of July after US President Joe Biden announced he <a href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/joe-biden-withdraws-united-states-presidential-race" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">would not run for reelection</a>, Harris has not announced a comprehensive economic policy platform potentially affecting the crypto industry.&nbsp; 
Still, there are rumors suggesting that members of her team have been discussing crypto policy with industry executives and considering whether to take a public position on the issue. 
Allaire has emphasized that members of the crypto community are eager to hear statements from Harris regarding her economic policy plans. 
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 “I think the industry is looking for very, very clear statements. Clear statements potentially from the existing White House, and clear statements from Harris as part of her economic policy agenda.” <cite>Allaire</cite>
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The next administration will determine whether the nation continues its leadership position in digital assets or risks lagging behind other markets with more robust regulatory frameworks. 
Recent market prediction from Polymarket shows Harris ahead of Trump in many key battleground states, with an eight-point advantage nationwide. The two presidential candidates are scheduled to appear in a televised debate at the beginning of September as the election campaign intensifies.

Crypto community eyes election as Circle CEO warns of U.S. risking global lead

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