Policy & safety · 5 November 2026
AI industry PACs spent $4.8 M in 2026 midterms with mixed candidate outcomes
American Mission and Building the Future spent $4.8 M backing South Carolina Senate candidate Darline Graham (lost); American Mission also spent over $500 K each for two Republican House candidates who lost, while Think Big’s Democratic backing helped Jared Moskowitz win reelection.
Why it matters
Track AI PAC spending trends; the $4.8 M outlay and mixed results suggest users may scrutinize AI firms’ political influence.
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