Crypto industry lobbying groups have spent approximately $271 million to influence the 2026 US election.

Data shows that crypto lobbying groups have already spent approximately $271 million to influence the 2026 US election, primarily on political activities such as advertising. The super PAC FairShake is one of the main sources of funding, with donors including Coinbase, Ripple, Uniswap Labs, and venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz. The data also shows that approximately 40% of the funds have gone to Republican candidates, about 3% to Democratic candidates, and the remainder to independents. Industry insiders say that as the 2026 US midterm elections approach, crypto lobbying activity is expected to continue to increase. (DL News)