Deaton Set to Challenge Elizabeth Warren in November Election
Republican Victory in Massachusetts
Pro-crypto lawyer John Deaton has secured the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in Massachusetts. Known for his staunch support of Ripple's XRP, Deaton triumphed in the Republican primary, defeating two competitors: industrial engineer Bob Antonellis and Quincy city council president Ian Cain. According to the Associated Press, Deaton captured 64% of the vote, with 43% of ballots counted at the time of publication.
Upcoming Showdown with Warren
Deaton now faces Democratic incumbent Senator Elizabeth Warren in the general election this November. Warren, seeking her third Senate term, has a track record of opposing the cryptocurrency industry. She first won her Senate seat in 2012 after defeating Republican Scott Brown and secured more than 60% of the vote in her 2018 re-election. Unchallenged in the Democratic primary, Warren has been an outspoken critic of crypto, accusing it of enabling terrorism, spying, and other illegal activities.
Deaton’s Support from the Crypto Community
Deaton’s campaign has garnered significant backing from prominent figures within the cryptocurrency space. Key supporters include Ripple executives Chris Larsen and Brad Garlinghouse, as well as Gemini founders Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss. The Commonwealth Unity Fund, a crypto-aligned political action committee, contributed over $1 million to support Deaton’s Senate bid in Massachusetts. As of July 31, Deaton had raised roughly $1.7 million, according to Federal Election Commission filings.
Legal Efforts and Campaign Promises
In addition to his political ambitions, Deaton has been active in the legal defense of the crypto industry. In April, he filed an amicus brief on behalf of over 4,700 Coinbase customers in their case against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). During his victory speech, Deaton made several campaign promises but did not directly reference cryptocurrency.
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