With markets climbing into 2026, political cycles are becoming harder to ignore. Midterm elections have historically created market disruptions—think policy uncertainty, sector rotation, and shifting investor sentiment. Even though crypto markets don't follow traditional election calendars, the broader liquidity shifts and volatility spikes can ripple through digital assets. The real question: will this election cycle be a speed bump or a full correction? Investors are watching closely for clues on interest rates, regulatory stance, and capital flows that could reshape market structure heading into the new year.