Crypto PAC-backed Adrian Boafo wins Maryland Democratic primary

The closure may deter future unionization efforts, highlighting tensions between corporate strategies and labor rights in the retail sector. The post Apple closes its first unionized US store in Towson, Maryland, sparking retaliation claims appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Pro- and anti-AI groups spent $24m on a congressional contest in New York, but it’s unclear to what end US politics live – latest updates When the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th congressional district was called on Tuesday night, the result capped off one of the most expensive races of its kind in the state’s history. More than $24m poured into the Manhattan contest from tech-backed financial groups as the campaign turned into a battleground for pro- and anti-AI groups to test their influence. Much of the spending targeted candidate Alex Bores, a member of the state assembly who sponsored an AI safety bill and subsequently became a lightning rod for the tech industry. Pro-AI political action committees (Pacs) put more than $8m into the race to oppose Bores, according to Tech Influence Watch, while industry groups supporting regulation spent more than $16m to counter the attacks. Continue reading...

The crypto-aligned Fairshake PAC and its affiliates spent a combined $8 million on media to support candidates in Maryland, New York and Utah amid pushback from many criticizing “crypto billionaires.”

Fairshake spent $5.5M backing Maryland Democrat Adrian Boafo's primary win, marking another win for the industry's top PAC.

Boafo's win highlights the growing influence of crypto lobbying in shaping legislative priorities and advancing industry-friendly candidates. The post Fairshake backs Adrian Boafo’s $6M win in Maryland primary appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Lasher's projected win in NY-12's Democratic primary could solidify Democratic dominance and influence future political endorsements. The post Micah Lasher projected to win Democratic primary for NY-12: CNN appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Conley's primary win boosts Democratic prospects in a key swing district, potentially altering the balance of power in the upcoming election. The post Cait Conley wins NY-17 Democratic primary, sets stage for November showdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Conley's primary win signals a potential shift in NY-17, impacting Democratic strategies in reclaiming key districts nationwide. The post Cait Conley wins NY-17 Democratic primary, to face GOP’s Mike Lawler in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.