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Crypto, AI and betting firms fuel record elections spending
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Dawn Kopecki Reuters , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 25, 2026
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Key points The total amount spent by US companies on US House and Senate races is $517 million. This spending occurred over a period of 15 months, ending with the first quarter of 2026.
Companies have invested a significant amount in US elections, with spending reaching a record high. The total amount spent by US companies on US House and Senate races is $517 million. This spending occurred over a period of 15 months, ending with the first quarter of 2026.
The sources of this spending include firms involved in crypto, AI, and betting. These companies have contributed to the unprecedented total.
Further details on this record spending are available, providing more insight into the investments made by US companies in US elections.
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Category: government Published: August 25, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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