Senator Cynthia Lummis Announces Retirement, Won't Seek Reelection in 2026

Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11:17 am ET1min read

Senator Cynthia Lummis, a pro-Bitcoin legislator, will not run for reelection in 2026, citing exhaustion. Lummis, known as the "Bitcoin Senator," sponsored the Bitcoin Act for a Bitcoin strategic reserve and the GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins. She also introduced legislation for a tax exemption on small Bitcoin transactions. Lummis has been an ally of former President Trump, who has taken a pro-crypto approach.

Senator Cynthia Lummis Announces Retirement, Won't Seek Reelection in 2026