CFTC, Trump and Behnam

Crypto industry awaits Trump's CFTC chair pick as Behnam announces exit
The Trump transition team has vetted at least half a dozen potential candidates to run the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, with two front-runners emerging.
CFTC Chair Candidates Interviewed as Donald Trump Eyes Crypto-Friendly Policies
President-elect Trump to appoint new CFTC chair, shaping U.S. crypto regulations amid calls for a clearer, innovation-friendly framework.
CFTC Chair Behnam warns of oversight issues on cryptocurrencies, FT reports
Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Rostin Behnam will step down on Mon, Jan 20, the day of Donald Trump’s inauguration.
CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam to step down as Trump takes office: CNBC Crypto World
CNBC Crypto World features the latest news and daily trading updates from the digital currency markets and provides viewers with a look at what's ahead with high-profile interviews, explainers, and unique stories from the ever-changing crypto industry.
US CFTC chair Behnam to step down as Trump takes office
U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission chair Rostin Behnam will step down when President-elect Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20, the agency said on Tuesday, paving the way for Trump to appoint his own chief and kick-start a crypto policy overhaul.
CFTC Chairman Rostin Behnam announces planned departure
After more than seven years at the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, I will be stepping down from my position as Chairman on January 20th. My final day at the Commission will be Friday, February 7th.

Trump, crypto

Republicans loved crypto before Trump jumped on the bandwagon. Here's why.
University of Pennsylvania researchers view President-elect Donald Trump as a crypto 'follower,' rather than a leader.
Trump’s Day 1: Incoming president looks set to act on tariffs, crypto, energy and immigration
On his first day back in office, President-elect Donald Trump is planning to go big on executive orders and other actions, ...
Trump announces $20B investment by Emirati billionaire Hussain Sajwani, boosting AI and crypto growth
President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a $20 billion investment in US-based data centers by Hussain Sajwani, the ...
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Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse meets with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse posted a photo on X revealing that he recently met U.S. President-elect Donald Trump at his ...
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How Will Donald Trump’s Tariff Plans Impact The Crypto Market?
Donald Trump tariff plans and Fed policies raise questions on their impact on global trade, inflation, and the cryptocurrency ...
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Trump’s Crackpot Crypto Scheme to Reduce Inflation Would Be a Financial Catastrophe
A federal crypto reserve would only benefit the scoundrels and scammers who helped fund Trump’s presidential campaign.
Ripple's XRP eyes recovery following executives' dinner with Donald Trump
Ripple's XRP is up 2% on Wednesday following positive sentiments surrounding its CEO Brad Garlinghouse's recent dinner with ...
A Flurry of Announcements Signal That the Trump Family Will Keep Making Deals
Even before the start of the new administration, there has been repeated blurring of lines between the federal government ...
Crypto markets are jolted by $205 million liquidation as Bitcoin tumbles to $97,000
The new year is off to a rough start for crypto investors as digital assets continue to retreat from their recent highs.
These Are the Members of Congress Who Are Trading Crypto
Congress loves crypto. So why do so few people on Capitol Hill buy and sell memecoins and other kinds of crypto?