Subscribe to Unchained’s new regulatory newsletter Unregulated.With the presidential race in the spotlight, it’s easy to overlook the powerful role that Congress could play in shaping crypto policy in the coming years. From committee chairs to legislative allies, crypto advocates are keenly focused on the outcome of key Congressional races. Kristin Smith of the Blockchain Association and Alex Grieve of Paradigm join us today to break down which races and committees are critical for crypto, why the industry is more visible in Washington than ever, and what the chances are for lame duck legislation this year. Read more: How Congressional Committee Leadership Could Shake Out for Crypto This ElectionShow highlights:Why this election is “incredibly important” for crypto How the presence of Fairshake is increasingly noticed by WashingtonWhy some committees are more important than others for the industryWhy the Senate Banking Committee is keyWhether Alex and Kristin are concerned about Sen. Warren becoming chair of the Senate Banking CommitteeWhat could happen to the House Financial Services CommitteeWho is likely to take on both of the Agricultural Committees, which is in charge of the CFTCHow the Senate Commerce affects the crypto industryHow the members of the House Energy Committee don’t have a strong stance on cryptoWhat the stance of the Finance Committee on crypto isWhy there is an opportunity in the House Ways and Means CommitteeWhether crypto tax legislation is in the worksWho could be the SEC Chair under a Trump or Harris presidencyWho could be the next Chair of the CFTCWhether Yellen will be replaced on Treasury, with many pro-crypto options on tapWhy the Federal Reserve matters much more if they get to regulate stablecoinsWhat the odds are for crypto legislation being passed this yearVisit our website for breaking news, analysis, op-eds, articles to learn about crypto, and much more: unchainedcrypto.comThank you to our sponsors!PolkadotMantleRobinhood & ArbitrumGuests:Kristin Smith, CEO of the Blockchain AssociationKristin’s Op-ed on Unchained: In the Ongoing SAB 121 Fight, Here’s How Crypto Can Move Forward With Bipartisan SupportPrevious appearances on Unchained:Kristin Smith on Why Crypto Legislation Could Be Passed by Year's End Can Crypto Be a Force in the Midterms? Yes, Say Kristin Smith and Jake ChervinskyWhat the Crypto Industry Could See Under a Biden AdministrationAlexander Grieve, VP of Government Affairs at ParadigmLinksPrevious coverage of Unchained on the elections:With Rate Cuts and Upcoming Elections, What’s the Best Play in Crypto?Why Congressman Ro Khanna Is Hopeful the Democratic Party Will Embrace CryptoWhy Gary Gensler Will Likely Be Out as SEC Chair No Matter Who Wins the ElectionCongressman French Hill on Crypto and His Top Pick for the Next SEC ChairTimestamps:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices