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While the race itself is local and safe for Democrats, the Kennedy family’s political legacy carries weight in policy circles. Schlossberg’s platform is unknown, but if he follows the party line, he could vote on future crypto legislation. This adds another data point to the long-term regulatory landscape, but with low probability of near-term impact.

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of President John F. Kennedy, announced his candidacy as a Democrat for New York's 12th Congressional District.