A crypto-aligned political action committee has spent roughly $12.1 million backing Republican Barry Moore in Alabama's Senate primary, according to campaign finance data. Defend American Jobs, a PAC that draws funding from the crypto industry, first poured $7.4 million into media buys before the May 20 primary, then added another $4.7 million in the run-up to Tuesday's runoff election.
The spending breakdown
The earlier round, ahead of the crowded May 20 primary, focused on television and digital ads boosting Moore. After no candidate cleared 50%, the race headed to a runoff. That triggered the second wave — $4.7 million dropped into the state over the past few weeks. Combined, the PAC's outlay makes it one of the biggest outside spenders in the contest.
Crypto's political push
Defend American Jobs has made Alabama a priority. The PAC's total stake in the Senate primary runoff sits at $12 million — essentially the sum it's put into the race. That level of spending underscores how crypto-industry donors are trying to shape the 2026 midterms, particularly in races where candidates have signaled a friendly stance toward digital assets. Moore has not been a vocal crypto advocate historically, but the PAC's support suggests alignment on broader economic or regulatory issues.
The latest round
The $4.7 million surge came in the final weeks before Tuesday's vote, saturating local broadcast and cable. Campaign finance reports show the money went to production and placement, not to the candidate's own committee. Under federal rules, the PAC can spend unlimited sums as long as it doesn't coordinate with the campaign. Tuesday's winner will advance to the general election in November.
Defend American Jobs has not disclosed its next target. But with $12 million sunk into one state, the group is betting big on Moore — and waiting to see if that bet pays off.
