Tether-Linked PAC Makes Initial Expenditure Ahead of 2026 U.S. Midterm Elections

A political action committee associated with Tether, Fellowship PAC, has made its first expenditure ahead of the 2026 U.S. Congressional midterm elections. According to Odaily, the PAC paid approximately $300,000 to Nxum Group, a company co-founded by Bo Hines, to provide advertising services for Republican candidates. Bo Hines currently serves as the head of Tether's U.S. operations and previously worked as a digital asset policy advisor in U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. Jesse Spiro, the chairman of Fellowship PAC, is also affiliated with Tether US. Public records indicate that Nxum Group was established by Bo Hines and his partners. This transaction coincides with the PAC's initial expenditure report submission to the U.S. Federal Election Commission (FEC). Although Fellowship PAC has announced plans to invest up to $100 million in support of crypto-friendly candidates, its current account disclosures show nearly zero funds. Under U.S. campaign finance regulations, political committees can pay affiliated entities for services, provided they adhere to the "fair market price" principle. This has sparked discussions about potential conflicts of interest. Fellowship PAC has begun targeted advertising and candidate support in Republican elections, positioning itself as a new political influence tool for the crypto industry in the 2026 election cycle. However, questions remain regarding the transparency of its funding sources and operations.