Future Forward PAC Embraces Cryptocurrency Donations in Support of Kamala Harris

Future Forward PAC, backing U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential election, will now accept cryptocurrency donations. While Harris has not publicly taken a stance on crypto, her campaign has engaged with prominent crypto companies. This move reflects an ongoing effort to attract crypto industry support.

Future Forward PAC, a prominent political action committee supporting U.S. Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris, has announced it will begin accepting cryptocurrency donations, according to a Coinbase spokesperson on Wednesday.

Future Forward has raised significant funds to support Harris's campaign in the closely contested upcoming election against Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump. Despite Harris not having publicly declared her stance on cryptocurrency, her campaign has engaged top crypto firms like Coinbase and Ripple, signaling openness to the industry.

Brian Nelson, a senior adviser to Harris, recently indicated her support for emerging technologies, a position welcomed by many in the crypto space. Contributions from major crypto companies are flowing to pro-crypto candidates across party lines, highlighting the industry's strategic political contributions.

(With inputs from agencies.)