Bipartisan Support Grows for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in the U.S.
Support for a strategic Bitcoin reserve is gaining bipartisan traction as lawmakers acknowledge its potential as a national asset, according to Forbes.
California Representative Ro Khanna has voiced his support for the initiative, highlighting Bitcoin’s potential for appreciation and its value as a strategic reserve asset. “Bitcoin that has been seized by the U.S. government should be used as a strategic reserve asset given its potential for appreciation,” he said in a statement from the Congressman’s office.
Initially spearheaded by Senator Cynthia Lummis, the proposal to acquire 1 million Bitcoin has now garnered Democratic support, signaling a growing bipartisan consensus on integrating Bitcoin into the US financial strategy. Lummis introduced a bill in July 2024 allowing the US to purchase 1 million Bitcoin using existing Federal Reserve and Treasury funds, arguing that this move could position the US as the largest nation-state holder of Bitcoin, likening it to the historic Louisiana Purchase regarding its long-term impact.
Khanna’s endorsement marks a significant shift for Democrats, who have typically been more cautious about digital assets. His leadership on crypto issues is reshaping the dialogue within the party, advocating for a “crypto reset” that promotes greater engagement with the digital asset industry.
Khanna’s views align with Republican leaders like Senator Lummis and former President Donald Trump, both of whom have supported the creation of a national Bitcoin reserve. Trump has even suggested maintaining the 200,000 Bitcoin currently held by the US government and expanding that reserve to establish the US as a global leader in crypto.
The idea of a strategic Bitcoin reserve is gaining momentum across the political spectrum. Dennis Porter, CEO of the Satoshi Action Fund, a nonprofit advocacy group, noted that as Bitcoin matures, its partisanship is diminishing. In a recent tweet, Porter celebrated Khanna’s endorsement of the Bitcoin reserve, indicating that bipartisan support is increasing as lawmakers recognize the importance of holding Bitcoin for its long-term potential.
As the 2024 election approaches, Bitcoin is set to become increasingly central in US politics, with polling showing that embracing digital assets could be a winning strategy for candidates from both parties.
