Bitcoin Isn’t Just Disrupting Finance – Now It’s Targeting Congress
The line between crypto and politics just got blurrier, and David Bailey is at the center of it.
After years of rallying Bitcoiners through media and investment, he’s now drawing up plans for something far more ambitious: a $200 million political machine designed to move Bitcoin from the blockchain to the ballot box.
Bailey isn’t your average crypto founder. He’s been close to power – close enough, in fact, to whisper Bitcoin into the ears of U.S. President Donald Trump during his campaign. That connection has only emboldened him. Now, he’s eyeing Washington not just as a battleground but as the next major node in Bitcoin’s network.
His plan? A mega-sized PAC—potentially backed by Nakamoto Holdings, his BTC treasury vehicle—that would fund candidates, push legislation, and reshape public opinion around Bitcoin. And he’s not doing it quietly. “We’re not here to play defense anymore,” he hinted online.
From Ideology to Infrastructure
Bailey isn’t just dreaming about charts with $10 million BTC price targets. He’s crowdsourcing the PAC’s agenda: eliminating capital gains tax on Bitcoin, protecting open-source developers, guaranteeing the right to self-custody, and even exploring Bitcoin as a tool for international debt settlement.
The mission is expansive, but the strategy is pragmatic: find choke points in the system and apply pressure—just like any seasoned lobbyist. It’s Bitcoin activism, weaponized.
Big Money, Bigger Risks
With money flowing in from Bailey’s crypto ventures, some in the industry are warning him to tread lightly. Mixing public company funds with political efforts could bring legal heat, especially if shareholders feel sidelined. Bailey’s response? Coinbase did it first.
That’s a fair point—Fairshake, a PAC supported by major crypto firms, dropped $130 million during the 2024 election cycle. The result? A wave of pro-crypto lawmakers, and a seat at the table that Bitcoin advocates once only dreamed of.
The Fight Has Already Started
This isn’t the beginning of Bitcoin’s political era—it’s the next phase. Crypto PACs are already flipping races and reshaping policy debates. In Virginia, a single million-dollar campaign blitz from a crypto group helped push a relatively unknown candidate to victory.
Bailey wants to take that momentum and give it structure—an engine with long-term fuel. Whether it works or not, one thing is clear: Bitcoin isn’t just changing money anymore. It’s rewriting the rules of influence.
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Alexander Zdravkov is a market analyst and crypto journalist with interests in economics, broader financial markets and digital assets. His journey into crypto began more than four years ago, driven by a fascination with the rapid evolution of blockchain technology and the transformative potential of decentralized finance. He began analyzing market cycles and identifying emerging trends before they reach the mainstream. He holds a degree in International Relations - a background that helped shape his broader perspective on global economics, geopolitics, and the interconnected nature of modern financial markets. Whether covering the latest developments in the crypto sector or exploring broader macroeconomic themes, Alexander focuses on giving readers context rather than simply repeating headlines. During his career, he has authored more than 10,000 articles covering cryptocurrencies, traditional finance, and global market developments. His work spans everything from Bitcoin and altcoins to macroeconomic trends influencing risk assets worldwide.
