Marc Andreessen’s in the news as a key VC backing AI and tech giants amid political and legal battles. Co-created Mosaic, co-founded Netscape.
Illinois's 2026 primaries feature heavy spending from AI and crypto industries, influencing key races including the Senate and House. Candidates' positions on regulation and campaign finance are central, with outside groups spending nearly $20 million. The results will shape the state's political landscape and signal industry influence.
In March 2026, AI and cryptocurrency industries spent nearly $20 million in Illinois primaries to influence candidates' stances on regulation. Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, backed by Gov. JB Pritzker, won the Senate primary despite opposition from crypto-backed super PACs. Rival AI super PACs Leading the Future and Public First spent millions supporting opposing candidates nationwide, signaling growing tech industry political ambitions ahead of the 2026 midterms.