As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, the cryptocurrency industry is closely monitoring Vice President Kamala Harris's potential regulatory stance, which remains largely unclear. While some hope she may adopt a less hostile approach than President Biden, concerns persist that Harris could continue or even intensify the current administration's stringent regulatory measures. Critics point to her advisors' ties to Biden’s anti-crypto policies, leading to skepticism about her future actions. Conversely, former President Donald Trump has shifted from crypto skepticism to advocating for a more favorable environment for digital assets, promising to establish the U.S. as a 'crypto capital.' However, experts caution that both candidates may impose stricter regulations, particularly around investor protection, making the outlook for the crypto industry uncertain regardless of the election outcome. With legislation unlikely to pass during an election year, the crypto community is left in a precarious position.