Senator McCormick Invests $1M in Bitcoin ETF Just Before Trump’s Strategic Reserve Plan

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The 2024 U.S. presidential election marked a historic shift as crypto became a key campaign battleground. Donald Trump’s early endorsement of digital assets gave him a clear edge, earning massive support from the crypto community and ultimately propelling him to a second term. Meanwhile, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris made last-minute efforts to align with pro-crypto sentiments, but it was too little, too late.

Now, with Trump back in power, the intersection of crypto and politics is more prominent than ever.

Senator Dave McCormick Holds $1M in Bitcoin ETFs

According to U.S. Senate Financial Disclosure data, Senator Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania—formerly the CEO of Bridgewater Associates—is the largest Bitcoin investor in Congress.

In total, he has invested over $1 million in the Bitwise Spot Bitcoin ETF, with significant purchases in both February and March 2025. One notable investment of $65,000–$150,000 came just days before Trump announced plans to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.

The Bitwise ETF, currently trading at $50.96 with a 24-hour volume of $57.92 million, ranks as the sixth-largest Bitcoin ETF by assets under management (AUM), valued at $3.65 billion.

Coinbase CEO Supports McCormick’s Crypto Stance

McCormick’s pro-crypto position was not only a campaign highlight but a strategic advantage. His optimistic views earned endorsements from industry leaders like Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong



Full name

Brian Armstrong

Birth

January 25, 1983 in San Jose, California, U.S.

Education

Bachelor of Arts/Economics, Master of Arts/Science, Rice University

Nationality

American

Martial Status

Married

Net Worth

$11.9B (Refer for real-time)

He supports the need for clear regulations and policies for cryptocurrency trading and decentralized transactions. Brian has collaborated with diplomats to formulate the policies. He continues to contribute to the crypto community and blockchain technology.
Brian Armstrong: Timeline of events

2010: Discovered Bitcoin – Read the Bitcoin whitepaper and became interested in decentralized finance.
2012: Co-Founded Coinbase – Launched Coinbase with Fred Ehrsam to simplify Bitcoin buying and selling.
2015: Expanded Coinbase Services – Introduced Coinbase Exchange and support for multiple cryptocurrencies.
2017: Led Coinbase Through Crypto Boom – Scaled operations as Bitcoin surged to $20,000, making Coinbase a top exchange.
2021: Coinbase IPO on NASDAQ – Took Coinbase public (COIN) at a $86B valuation, marking a major crypto milestone.
2022: Advocated for Crypto Regulation – Engaged with lawmakers to promote clear crypto regulations in the U.S.
2023: Launched Coinbase’s Layer-2 ‘Base’ – Introduced Base, a Layer-2 blockchain to improve Ethereum scalability.
2024: Pushing for Global Crypto Adoption, Married to Angela Meng.

Year

Award/Notable Work

Details

2012

Co-Founded Coinbase

Built one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges.

2017

Fortune 40 Under 40 – Technology

Recognized for leadership in the crypto industry.

2021

Coinbase IPO on NASDAQ

Took Coinbase public with an $86B valuation, a first for a major crypto company.

2021

Time 100 Most Influential People

Listed for his impact on mainstream crypto adoption.

2023

Launched Coinbase’s Layer-2 ‘Base’

Introduced a Layer-2 blockchain to enhance Ethereum scalability.

Useful Links to Connect With Brian Armstrong

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Link

X (formerly Twitter)

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianarmstrong

Coinbase Official Website

https://www.coinbase.com

Brian Armstrong’s Personal Blog

https://brianarmstrong.com

 

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helping him secure a narrow election victory.

At a Senate hearing in February 2025, McCormick declared that “2025 will be the year for digital assets,” underlining his belief that crypto and blockchain can drive innovation, strengthen national security, and support economic growth.

Other Lawmakers Join the Crypto Bandwagon

McCormick isn’t alone. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene also revealed investments in the iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. Meanwhile, Senator Steve Daines previously held shares in multiple crypto-related ETFs but has since liquidated his positions.

As political support for digital assets grows, it’s becoming clear that crypto is no longer a fringe issue—it’s now part of the U.S. legislative mainstream.

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