US Senator Cynthia Lummis has confirmed she will retire from the Senate in January 2027, ending a tenure that made her one of the most influential political supporters of Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) and digital assets in Washington.
The announcement comes well ahead of the 2026 election cycle and signals a major shift in the relationship between US lawmakers and the cryptocurrency industry at a critical moment for regulation.
Lummis, often referred to as the Senate’s “Bitcoin Senator”, said the physical and mental demands of the role had become unsustainable after years of lengthy legislative sessions.
I am a dedicated legislator, but I feel like a sprinter in a marathon, and the necessary energy no longer follows, Cynthia Lummis said.
At 71, she leaves behind a reputation as a rare bridge between blockchain advocates and traditional Republican lawmakers, with backing from figures such as former president Donald Trump.
Tributes quickly followed from the digital asset sector, highlighting her central role in pushing crypto-related legislation through a deeply divided Congress.
Senator Lummis has been a leading champion for digital assets in Washington, the ecosystem is stronger because of her commitment and leadership, Ji Kim said.