AI influence network takes shape as cash piles up
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By Maria Curi
Published on April 16, 2026.
AI super PACs are amassing significant cash ahead of the midterms and preparing for competitive races, according to Federal Election Commission filings. Leading the Future (LTF), a pro-AI industry super PAC backed by tech executives and investors, has reported raising over $140 million for its affiliates and has reported roughly $51 million in cash. LTF, which also raised $25 million from venture capital firm a16z and its co-founders Marc Andreesen and Ben Horowitz, routed $13 million to affiliated groups and super PACs in Q1. Public First Action, a nonprofit advocating for AI safety and transparency, has over $50 million cash on hand and plans to expand to more races in the coming months. Candidates on both sides of the aisle are being pressured by both well-funded AI groups and voters concerned about AI risks.
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