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The influence of cryptocurrency political action committees (PACs) was seen in the recent Arizona congressional primaries, where substantial sums were deployed in support of certain candidates.&nbsp;
Blake Masters, a Republican hopeful for Arizona’s 8th Congressional District, did not succeed in his party’s primary despite significant financial backing from the crypto-oriented Super PAC, Defend American Jobs.
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Funding and Election Outcomes
Defend American Jobs allocated about $600,000 to support Masters, who had promised to champion cryptocurrency in Washington D.C. However, Abraham Hamadeh won the Republican nomination with 29.8% of the vote, as per the Associated Press.&nbsp;
Masters, acknowledging his defeat, urged his supporters to rally behind Hamadeh in the upcoming November elections.
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 Thank you to my dedicated team, all the volunteers who helped us, and all our voters! Obviously, this was not the result we wanted. But we fought hard under tough circumstances. Congratulations to Abe Hamadeh. It’s time to unite behind him and all of our nominees, up and down…— Blake Masters (@bgmasters) <a href="https://twitter.com/bgmasters/status/1818818570429907089?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">August 1, 2024</a>
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Moreover, the PACs extended their influence beyond the Republican primaries. Democratic candidates Yassamin Ansari and Andrei Cherny also received notable contributions in their respective races for the 3rd and 1st Congressional Districts. Ansari, leading with roughly 46% of the votes in early counts, has publicly supported pro-crypto legislation, aligning with the interests that funded her campaign.
Continued Crypto PAC Activities
These elections underscore the growing role of cryptocurrency in American politics, where substantial funds aim to sway the outcomes in favor of crypto-friendly candidates. This trend raises questions about the impact of money in politics and the future of regulatory landscapes affecting digital assets.
Crypto PACs are not just active in Arizona; they have also been involved in other states, influencing a range of races and indicating a strategic approach to shaping crypto policies through elected officials. Their activities include funding campaigns and sometimes running attack ads against less favorable candidates.
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Crypto PACs Fail to Secure Win for Blake Masters in Arizona

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