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Democrawonk — A revolving door connects government offices to a cryptocurrency company as suited officials carry papers and briefcases through it.

The Revolving Door Now Accepts Stablecoins

Follow The MoneyOctober 15, 2026 at 3:10 PM EDTBy Jesse Hubbard

A former White House crypto adviser helped shape stablecoin policy while a company he co-owned won Tether business, then left government for Tether. Innovation has finally put the revolving door on the blockchain.

Democrawonk — Elon Musk waters a tiny Texas campaign lawn with an enormous money hose while party operatives redirect overflowing cash toward other states.

Texas Grassroots Now Comes In $158 Million Increments

Follow The MoneyOctober 15, 2026 at 9:15 PM EDTBy Jesse Hubbard

Elon Musk's money helped rescue Republicans from spending their other money on Texas, the latest heartwarming tale of one billionaire freeing a party to shop elsewhere.