In Texas, crypto-focused political action committees (PACs) have made a substantial impact by spending over $9 million in the recent primary elections, demonstrating their growing influence across party lines. Notably, Houston Democrat Christian Menefee triumphed over incumbent Rep. Al Green, a critic of cryptocurrency, in a tightly contested Democratic primary. Green's defeat underscores the electoral risks associated with opposing the crypto industry, as noted by Fairshake spokesperson Geoff Vetter. In the Republican arena, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton successfully challenged longtime Sen. John Cornyn, with support from crypto-aligned groups like Fellowship PAC, which contributed $500,000 to Paxton's campaign. Additionally, Fairshake's Republican affiliate, Defend American Jobs, invested approximately $1.8 million in backing four winning Republican candidates. The outcomes of these races reflect an aggressive strategy by crypto advocates as they prepare for the 2026 midterms, where they aim to leverage their financial resources to support pro-crypto candidates.