Crypto Super PAC Fairshake takes top funding spot, beats MAGA — OpenSecrets
The Coinbase-led advocacy group has raised upward of $202 million so far, according to the political donations researcher. Go to Source
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Trump to end war on crypto if elected, says US will be ‘crypto capital of the world’
The former and prospective United States president made the announcement at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville, Tennessee. Go to Source
Kamala Harris presents an opportunity for Democrats on crypto, say lawmakers
A letter called for the Democratic National Committee to “include pro-digital asset language” in its platform and for Kamala Harris to consider a pro-crypto running mate. Go to Source
Lawyer trying to unseat Senator Warren says 82% net worth is in Bitcoin
Attorney John Deaton will face off against two Republican candidates in a Massachusetts primary on Sept. 3. Go to Source
Judge approves delaying forfeiture of donations from FTX-funded PACs
Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried reportedly donated roughly $40 million directly to political candidates and PACs in 2022 before the collapse of his crypto exchange. Go to Source
Bitcoin mining will thrive under a Trump administration—MARA CEO
Fred Thiel, The MARA CEO, said he would not comment on Harris’ policies because they are still unknown at this time. Go to Source
Crypto Super PAC uses $2.5M to support Washington, Michigan Democrats
A crypto PAC used roughly $1.5 million to fund a media buy for Democrat Emily Randall, while her rival’s campaign manager criticized the move as having “sold out” the district. Go to Source
Trump reelection campaign raised $3M in crypto for Q2 2024
The most significant contributions came from Gemini co-founders Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, who announced their support for the Republican candidate on X. Go to Source
Stand With Crypto PAC has received $14K since launch, not $179M
Money from cryptocurrency advocates could play a role in the 2024 election cycle, so why does the Stand With Crypto PAC seem to be obfuscating its numbers? Go to Source
Crypto think tank launches voting project to support ‘right candidates’
The Digital Future project did not endorse specific candidates or political parties, but its CEO ran as a Republican in a 2022 congressional campaign associated with FTX. Go to Source