Crypto PAC Spending Tops $12M in Alabama Senate Primary Runoff

A crypto-aligned political action committee has reported more than $12 million in media spending to support Republican Barry Moore as Alabama voters head to the polls for a Senate primary runoff. Defend American Jobs said it spent $7.4 million backing Moore ahead of the May 20 primary, followed by an additional $4.7 million before Tuesday’s runoff.

The spending underscores how crypto-focused political groups are seeking influence in key U.S. races. For the crypto industry, congressional contests matter because lawmakers help shape the regulatory environment for digital assets, from market structure rules to oversight of companies operating in the sector.

Defend American Jobs is part of the broader political spending effort tied to crypto advocacy, with its activity focused on supporting candidates viewed as aligned with the industry’s priorities. In this race, its reported media buys place crypto policy interests directly into a Republican Senate primary battle in Alabama.

The Alabama runoff comes after Moore advanced from the May 20 primary, with outside spending continuing into the final stretch before voters make their choice. The reported figures point to a sustained campaign push rather than a one-time ad buy.

The outcome will be watched beyond Alabama because it may signal how effective crypto-backed political spending can be in primary contests. Still, the spending itself does not determine the result, and voters will decide the race at the polls.