Crypto-Backed PAC Spends $189K to Back Mass. Rep. Ahead of Primary

A Fairshake-linked political committee has spent $189,000 on media to back incumbent U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss's reelection campaign in Massachusetts' 4th congressional district.

The spending by Protect Progress PAC is part of a broader pattern of crypto-focused political activity, with Fairshake and its affiliates continuing to pursue influence in the 2026 midterm election period.

Democratic challenger Jason Poulos accused Auchincloss of being influenced by the crypto industry, citing his acceptance of $77,500 from 'crypto-industry sources' since 2020. Poulos also raised concerns about AI-generated campaign materials used by Protect Progress PAC.