In an unexpected turn of events, prominent Ripple [XRP] advocate John Deaton has launched a donation drive for his Senate bid against Elizabeth Warren. What sets this campaign apart is Deaton’s acceptance of cryptocurrency donations, a move that resonates deeply with the crypto community.
Adding to the intrigue, Anthony Scaramucci, SkyBridge Capital founder and former Trump communications director, is poised to host a fundraiser in support of Deaton’s candidacy.
This was brought to light by Fox journalist, Eleanor Terrett, in a 5th March post on X (earlier Twitter).
She noted,
“NEW: Scaramucci says he’s “all in” on DeatonforSenate against SenWarren and plans to host a fundraiser for him in NYC.”
The Senatorial battle
John Deaton also took to X where he shared his bold announcement of his Senate bid against Elizabeth Warren.
He highlighted,
“BIG NEWS: Our campaign is now accepting donations made in cryptocurrency. I hope you will chip in and support our efforts to retire Elizabeth Warren. Please spread the word.”
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson also announced his support for Deaton. He wrote on X,
“I just donated the maximum amount allowed for @DeatonforSenate in his fight against Elizabeth Warren for Senate. We need people willing to take on the establishment against banks writing our laws and destroying the Crypto industry.”
On the other hand, Senator Warren has been quick to respond to the challenge, mobilizing her network of supporters in anticipation of the upcoming race.
Crypto in politics or politics in crypto
As the battle for the Senate seat heats up, both Deaton and Warren are rallying their respective bases, setting the stage for a compelling showdown in the political arena.
This surge of support for Deaton’s campaign comes at a time when Elizabeth Warren faces mounting criticism from the cryptocurrency sector.
As the 2024 US elections near, cryptocurrency voters are gaining influence.
With 52 million Americans holding digital assets, politicians are courting Bitcoin supporters. This signals a paradigm shift where candidates must address crypto interests to win. As the crypto community grows, its impact on politics will only increase.
