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SEC Commissioner Crenshaw

Highlights:

  • Caroline Crenshaw is facing significant pushback from the crypto community as she seeks reconfirmation.
  • Crenshaw’s opposition to Bitcoin spot ETFs has made her a controversial figure among crypto advocates.
  • Former Senator Pat Toomey calls on Republicans to block Crenshaw’s renomination due to her anti-crypto stance.

SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw is facing significant pushback from the cryptocurrency community during her Senate reconfirmation process. Known for her firm stance against Bitcoin spot ETFs, Crenshaw’s opposition has made her a controversial figure among crypto advocates. 

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In January, Crenshaw and Commissioner Jaime Lizárraga voted against the approval of Bitcoin spot ETF products, citing risks to investors. This stance has made her a target of criticism from the crypto community, which sees her position as a barrier to the growth and acceptance of cryptocurrency markets. Her anti-crypto position was highlighted during her testimony before the Senate Banking Committee, where she reaffirmed her commitment to the SEC’s mission.

Senate Reconfirmation Hearing

During her testimony, SEC Commissioner Crenshaw maintained her skepticism towards Bitcoin spot ETFs, citing fraud and investor protection concerns. She argued that approving such products could expose investors to significant risks due to the high level of fraud within the cryptocurrency market. Crenshaw stated,

I am concerned that these products will flood the markets and land squarely in the retirement accounts of U.S. households who can least afford to lose their savings to the fraud and manipulation that appears prevalent in the spot bitcoin markets and will impact the ETPs.

Crenshaw reiterated her commitment to the SEC’s mission, emphasizing the need to balance the interests of financial market participants to ensure fair competition. However, her anti-crypto stance remains a focal point of contention, drawing strong opposition from various industry leaders and advocacy groups.

The Senate Banking Committee’s hearing also included testimony from other nominees for financial regulatory positions, including Christy Goldsmith Romero, Kristin Johnson, and Gordon Ito. The confirmation process for these nominees is significant, particularly for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which could lose two Democratic members if their appointments are confirmed.

Crypto Community Opposition

Crenshaw’s reappointment has drawn criticism from industry leaders and lawmakers. Katie Biber, Paradigm’s Chief Legal Officer, accused Crenshaw of disrespecting the law, particularly in the Grayscale Investments vs. SEC case. The DC Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the SEC acted arbitrarily and capriciously when it denied Grayscale’s Bitcoin ETF application. Despite this ruling, Crenshaw defended the SEC’s actions, drawing further ire from crypto advocates.

Moreover, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse also voiced his opposition to Crenshaw’s reappointment, echoing concerns about her past decisions. Garlinghouse participated in a crypto roundtable hosted by Congressman Ro Khanna, where he emphasized the need for lawmakers to take action against Crenshaw’s reappointment.

In addition, former Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey has been vocal in his opposition to Crenshaw’s reappointment. He called on Republicans to “pull out all the stops” to block her nomination and Christy Goldsmith Romero’s nomination to lead the FDIC. Toomey emphasized the need for decisive action to prevent these appointments, citing Crenshaw’s strong anti-crypto stance as a significant concern.

The crypto advocacy group Stand With Crypto has also been active in opposing the anti-crypto candidates. The group hosted a series of meetings on Capitol Hill to influence policymaking and support pro-crypto candidates. Stand With Crypto expressed gratitude to the advocates and founders who participated, emphasizing the importance of direct engagement with elected representatives.

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