Wyoming Representative Harriet Hageman has reignited Senate speculation with a brief online post.
The congresswoman shared a five second video captioned simply “Soon.”
The teaser appeared shortly after Senator Cynthia Lummis confirmed she will not seek reelection.
Hageman’s post ended months of silence on her social media account.
Political observers view the timing as a signal toward a 2026 Senate bid.
Lummis’ retirement opens a critical Senate seat for Wyoming voters.
The seat has played a major role in shaping United States crypto legislation.
Lummis built a national profile as one of Congress’ strongest crypto advocates.
She was an early supporter of Bitcoin and blockchain innovation.
Lummis co sponsored several landmark digital asset bills.
Her departure removes a consistent voice for regulatory clarity.
Lawmakers are approaching key votes on market structure and stablecoin rules.
Crypto industry leaders fear losing a dedicated Senate champion.
Hageman has focused primarily on conservative policy priorities in Congress.
Her platform includes education issues energy policy and federal authority limits.
She has aligned closely with President Donald Trump’s agenda.
A Senate campaign would test her willingness to embrace crypto policy.
Wyoming’s crypto community has already begun signalling support.
Custodia Bank founder Caitlin Long praised Hageman publicly.
She is salt of the earth.
Caitlin Long said.
Long has been instrumental in shaping Wyoming’s crypto friendly laws.
Her endorsement introduces Hageman to digital asset advocates nationwide.
Hageman has not yet made crypto legislation a central focus.
The 2026 race may redefine Wyoming’s pro crypto identity.
Voters will decide whether to preserve Lummis’ digital asset legacy.
The race also reflects broader Republican policy direction.
Crypto regulation may be folded into a wider conservative agenda.
The outcome could influence Senate dynamics on digital assets.
Industry groups are watching Wyoming’s political signals closely.
The contest may shape future crypto policy debates in Washington.
At the time of reporting, Bitcoin price was $87,010.79.