Bitcoin & XRP Price Outlook Ahead of the 2026 U.S. Midterm Elections

Bitcoin and XRP price trends remained weak ahead of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, with recent recovery attempts losing momentum. Bitcoin traded above $81,800, while XRP struggled below $1.30 as the broader cryptocurrency market sought firmer footing. Meanwhile, Iran’s foreign minister outlined a conditional timetable for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Abbas Araghchi said shipping