**Crypto Politics Heat Up in Arizona Senate Race**

Kari Lake, a far-right Republican and self-proclaimed "pro-crypto candidate," is running for the US Senate in Arizona. Lake, who refused to concede her 2022 gubernatorial loss, faces Democrat Ruben Gallego in November. Lake's platform includes a robust framework to protect the cryptocurrency economy, aligning with some of Donald Trump’s pro-Bitcoin views.

However, the crypto-backed PAC Protect Progress has spent over $10 million supporting Gallego. As a current Representative, Gallego has voted in favor of crypto-friendly legislation. The Senate race could influence control of the US Senate and future crypto regulations.