Trump initiates Gensler's replacement at SEC with a pro-crypto leader

by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago

Donald Trump’s pledge to replace SEC Chair Gary Gensler has sparked excitement among cryptocurrency enthusiasts.

Gensler’s Possible Successor

Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential elections has energized the crypto sector due to his shift from skepticism to support for digital assets. He expressed intent to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler on his first day, which excited the XRP community. Journalist Eleanor Terrett mentioned she spoke to a source close to the transition team who assured her the new chair would be pro-crypto.

I promise you it will be someone pro-crypto.Eleanor Terrett

The Potential Effect on the Case

Attorney Fred Rispoli believes Trump’s election could bring significant changes to SEC's operations. He argued that the $125 million fine imposed on Ripple is the largest achievement for the agency. Rispoli anticipates that new leadership will recognize the futility of the case and opt for settlement.

A new SEC Chair more open to innovation could be a positive development for the whole digital asset market.

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