**Crypto PAC Launches Ads for GOP Candidates Ahead of US Elections**

A political action committee (PAC) backed by cryptocurrency mining executives has launched ad campaigns supporting Republican candidates as early voting kicks off for the November elections in the US.

- **Bitcoin Voter PAC**: This group, formed by executives from Marathon Digital Holdings, CleanSpark, and Riot Platforms, released an ad endorsing Texas Senator Ted Cruz. The ad highlights Cruz's support for Bitcoin but doesn't mention his opponent, Colin Allred.

- **Early Voting in Texas**: Texans began early voting on Oct. 21, choosing between Cruz, a US Senate member since 2013, and Allred, a representative of Texas' 32nd Congressional District since 2019.

- **PAC Activity**: Despite its recent formation, the Bitcoin Voter PAC has not reported any contributions or expenditures for the 2024 election cycle, according to Federal Election Commission records.

- **Endorsements**: The Texas Blockchain Council (TBC) has endorsed Cruz, citing his understanding of Bitcoin and its potential benefits. TBC President Lee Bratcher noted that while Allred is "pretty pro-crypto," Cruz has been more vocal in pushing digital asset policies.

- **Crypto in Texas**: Texas, a major hub for crypto mining firms like Riot Platforms and Core Scientific, is also a battleground for legal disputes involving crypto companies and federal regulators.

Stay tuned as the influence of crypto voters continues to shape the 2024 election landscape.