ME News report, December 24 (UTC+8), Wyoming Representative Harriet Hageman released a video days after Senator Cynthia Lummis announced she would not seek re-election, intensifying discussions about her candidacy for the Senate in 2026. This 5-second clip features the Congresswoman with a one-word subtitle "Soon". This breaks months of silence on her account and reinforces speculation about her intentions for the seat left by Lummis.

The Senate seat in Wyoming has been a reliable voice for advancing regulatory clarity in the crypto industry, from market structure bills to stablecoin regulation and bank access. Who will succeed Lummis will impact whether the crypto industry can continue to have a dedicated advocate in the Senate. (Source: ME)