Elizabeth Warren defeated Republican and cryptocurrency advocate John Deaton in the Massachusetts Senate race to secure a fourth term. Warren, a cryptocurrency critic, has supported anti-money laundering legislation that would extend traditional financial regulation to the cryptocurrency sector, affecting miners and wallet providers. Deaton, backed by figures such as Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, has challenged Warren’s regulatory focus, suggesting prioritizing other issues such as inflation. Warren’s victory solidifies her role on the Senate Banking and Finance Committee, where she maintains influence over U.S. financial and cryptocurrency regulation.