AI PAC Uses Sam Bankman-Fried’s Previous Political Donations to Target NY Candidate Bores in Smear Campaign
Political tensions Escalate in New York’s 12th Congressional District race
Allegations of Financial Influence in a High-Stakes Primary
In the bustling political landscape of New York’s 12th Congressional District, a political action committee known for its strong tech and cryptocurrency affiliations has launched a pointed campaign against Alex Bores, a Democratic candidate.This PAC, identified as Think Big PAC, has distributed materials suggesting that Bores received substantial financial backing exceeding $100,000 from Sam Bankman-Fried, the infamous former CEO of the now-defunct global exchange FTX.
The mailer explicitly accuses influential figures associated with Bankman-Fried of “bankrolling Bores for congress,” while also critiquing his campaign funding strategies and alleging misalignment with the district’s voters. The message is clear: constituents should consider alternatives who better align with their values and needs.
A Crowded field with Notable Contenders
Alex Bores finds himself amidst a competitive primary filled with notable figures including Jack Schlossberg from the Kennedy family and George Conway among others. This race is especially meaningful as it will determine who will succeed Rep. Jerry Nadler in this predominantly Democratic stronghold. With such high-profile competition, the primary is drawing national attention and is poised to be one of the most closely watched electoral battles in 2026.
Controversial Support and Legislative Initiatives
A spokesperson from Think Big PAC highlighted inconsistencies in Bores’ stance on deep fake AI technology versus his acceptance of controversial donations: “Despite his public denouncements of deep fake AI technologies,it seems Mr. Bores has no qualms weaving his own narrative when it comes to accepting significant sums from questionable sources.” This statement was made following verification by CoinDesk thru state election filings which confirmed these transactions.
Moreover,Alex Bores has been proactive at the legislative level; he recently proposed new laws aimed at regulating artificial intelligence technologies to ensure safety and accountability. However, this legislative move might have inadvertently positioned him as an adversary in the eyes of groups like Think Big PAC that advocate for pro-technology policies.
Campaign Reactions to Accusations
The focus on Bankman-Fried’s financial influence during previous election cycles underscores broader concerns about political funding sources; notably, he was one of U.S.’s top political donors before his legal troubles began.In response to aggressive advertising campaigns by Think Big PAC—which included attacks on his past association with Palantir—Bores’ team issued a cease-and-desist letter denying allegations made against him as false and defamatory.
As tensions mount within this pivotal primary race, all eyes remain fixed on how each candidate navigates these complex accusations and their implications for future policy directions concerning technology innovation within goverment frameworks.
