Crypto Industry Super PAC Targets Texas Democratic Rep. Green

Feb. 12, 2026, 6:35 PM UTC

A super-PAC network funded by the cryptocurrency industry is targeting its first incumbent for defeat in the 2026 election.

Protect Progress, the Democratic arm of Fairshake, announced a $1.5 million campaign against Rep. Al Green (D-Texas), a Financial Services Committee member who’s voted against industry-favored legislation.

“Texas voters can no longer sit by and have representation in Congress that is actively hostile towards a growing Texas crypto community,” Protect Progress said in a statement Thursday. “We are committed to electing new members who embrace innovation, growth and wealth creation for all Americans.”

Green, a vocal progressive, is opposed in the ...

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