Crypto, AI, and AIPAC Super PACs Spend in Lockstep Against Progressives in Democratic Primaries
The article reports that crypto, AI, and AIPAC-linked super PACs are spending unprecedented sums—over $180 million so far in the 2026 cycle—to defeat progressive candidates in Democratic primaries and elect centrists. These groups often keep their policy agendas opaque to voters, using shell PACs to delay donor disclosure. AIPAC's United Democracy Project has been the biggest spender, including $16.1 million in Illinois primaries via secretive groups. In Michigan's Senate primary, moderate Haley Stevens has a 23x outside spending edge over progressive Abdul El-Sayed, with at least $19.7 million from UDP and $14.6 million from A Stronger Michigan. Despite this, some progressives have won, and the Working Families Party argues that when voters learn the money's source, attacks backfire. The article highlights the alignment of these three interests—crypto, AI, and pro-Israel lobbying—in reshaping races while facing major legislative battles in Congress.
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