<h2>Campaign Launch</h2><p>Fairshake’s Democratic affiliate, Protect Progress, announced a $1.5 million ad spend against Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) in his primary.&nbsp;</p><p>This marks the crypto industry’s first major 2026 midterm intervention.&nbsp;</p><p>The effort deploys part of Fairshake’s $193 million war chest.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>Green’s Crypto Opposition</h2><p>Green, a House Financial Services Committee member, has highlighted crypto risks to investors and the financial system.&nbsp;</p><p>He co-sponsored a bill to bar President Trump from personal crypto interests.&nbsp;</p><p>Green voted against key crypto legislation, earning an “F” from Stand With Crypto.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><h2>District Dynamics</h2><p>Green’s Houston district was redrawn, intensifying his primary against challengers like Sean Menefee. 0</p><p>The primary is set for March 3, 2026.&nbsp;</p><p><img src="https://jid.rerrkvifj.com/media/customer/creatorSystem/67d6c6a3-f341-4c10-a7fe-cc5d8961bb94.jpeg"></p><p><em>&nbsp;Rep. Al Green speaking at a hearing. Source: house.gov.</em></p><p><br></p><h2>Fairshake's Successes</h2><p>Fairshake has been successful at supporting candidates in 33 out of 35 primary elections conducted in 2024 and positively contributing to the passing of pro-crypto laws. Fairshake has also received support from Ripple, and both have been major contributors to Fairshake’s work. The PAC assists with the funding of pro-crypto candidates and works with both Ripple and Andresesen Horowitz to support these candidates.</p><p><br></p><h2>Overall Strategy</h2><p>Fairshake will continue to intervene politically against current members of Congress who oppose cryptocurrencies and provide assistance to candidates who are in favor of digital assets. Many users on X are posting about Fairshake's actions as evidence of an increase in the political influence of cryptocurrencies.</p><p><br></p><h2>Outlook</h2><p>This campaign will serve as an indication of cryptocurrency’s increased influence on government policy during the midterm elections. If successful, the possibility exists for changing how Congress provides oversight for digital assets (cryptocurrencies).</p>

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