Trump ‘Has All Kinds Of Reasons’ To Buy Bitcoin Before Midterms, Cathie Wood Says
Ark Invest’s CEO Cathie Wood predicts President Donald Trump will start buying Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for the strategic reserve before the 2026 midterms to maintain political momentum and crypto voter support.
Trump Doesn’t Want To Be A Lame Duck
In an interview published on Thursday, Wood identified three key motivations driving Trump toward strategic reserve purchases.
First, he wants to avoid becoming a lame duck president in his final two years. Presidents who lose midterms typically lose their ability to pass legislation and advance their agenda.
Second, Trump’s family has significant investments in Bitcoin and crypto assets.
Several digital asset investment vehicles performed poorly in 2025, creating pressure to support the market through government action.
Third, the crypto community played a decisive role in Trump’s 2024 election victory.
Maintaining that support requires delivering on promises, including building a strategic Bitcoin reserve and passing the de …
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