As Sherrod Brown prepares to leave office, the Senate Banking Committee chair highlighted risks in digital assets and corporate influence under the incoming administration.
Brown Warns Against Looser Crypto Regulations
In his final committee address, Brown criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s nominations, suggesting they favor corporate elites. He cautioned lawmakers to remain vigilant in regulating digital assets, AI, and algorithmic pricing to protect American workers and consumers.
A History of Crypto Skepticism
As one of Congress’s most vocal critics of cryptocurrencies, Brown’s exit leaves Senator Elizabeth Warren as a leading anti-crypto voice. Warren is set to become the ranking member of the Senate Banking Committee under the Republican majority.
Crypto’s Role in Ohio Senate Race
Brown’s re-election bid was defeated by Republican Bernie Moreno, with significant financial support from crypto-backed political action committees. The outcome marks a notable shift in the Senate’s stance on crypto policies.
Delayed SEC Nomination Vote for Crenshaw
The committee postponed a vote on SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw’s reappointment. Crenshaw, a Democrat, could play a pivotal role in crypto regulation once SEC Chair Gary Gensler steps down in January.
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