Trump's crypto policies face uncertain future beyond 2025

As President-elect Trump prepares to take office on January 20, excitement builds within the cryptocurrency community regarding his anticipated pro-crypto policies.  

However, the longevity of these policies remains uncertain and heavily depends on the political landscape in Washington, D.C.  

Adam O’Brien, CEO of Bitcoin Well, expressed that Trump's policies could endure if Vice President JD Vance succeeds him in 2029.  

"If we see Vance on the ballot next, then I think every policy that Trump implements is going to have staying power," O’Brien stated.  

Conversely, if Democrats regain control of Congress and the presidency in the next election cycle, Trump's initiatives may be at risk.  

Policies enacted through executive orders are particularly vulnerable to reversal by subsequent administrations.  

Joe Doll, general counsel for NFT marketplace Magic Eden (CRYPTO:ME), noted that the Trump administration has a limited window of approximately 24 months to implement its pro-crypto agenda.  

He highlighted the narrow Republican majority in the House of Representatives, which is likely to shift to Democratic control after the 2026 midterm elections.  

Former House Speaker Paul Ryan emphasised the need for bipartisanship in passing crypto regulations, reminding stakeholders that significant policy changes require broad support.  

Lee Bratcher from the Texas Blockchain Council argued that political representatives may be less likely to oppose the crypto industry following recent election outcomes.  

“This last election cycle was so complete and so overwhelming that it would be pretty foolish for members of Congress to stick their neck out and be overtly anti-crypto,” Bratcher commented.  

As Trump’s administration begins, industry leaders are closely monitoring how his policies will shape the regulatory environment for cryptocurrencies and whether they can withstand future political shifts.