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    SEC News : Brian Brooks Could Be the Next Chair Under Trump!

    Could Brian Brooks be the next SEC Chair? Many seem to think so. A prediction platform lists him as a top contender, and social media is buzzing with support. Brooks, known for his pro-crypto stance, could bring fresh ideas to the SEC. But heโ€™s facing tough competition, including names like Hester Pierce and Dan Gallagher. Eleanor Terrett from Fox Business shared that they learnt from a source that Brooks is on the list for various roles. Why is he a top choice, letโ€™s find out.

    What Makes Brooks Different

    Brian Brooks isnโ€™t new to the world of finance and crypto. Heโ€™s worked with some big namesโ€”Coinbase and Binance.US, to name a couple. Under Trump, he also served as Acting Comptroller of the Currency. During that time, he pushed for stablecoin regulations and allowed banks to experiment with blockchain technology.

    Support for Brooks is growing online. The hashtag #BrianBrooksforSEC is making the rounds on X (formerly Twitter). Many believe his leadership could bring clear rules for crypto, which the U.S. desperately needs.

    But the race isnโ€™t over. Brooksโ€™ competitors are no small names. Hester Pierce, often called โ€œCrypto Mom,โ€ has her own loyal following. Then thereโ€™s Christopher Giancarlo, a.k.a. โ€œCrypto Dad,โ€ and SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda. Each has their own ideas for the SECโ€™s future.

    Brooksโ€™ Bold Ideas

    If Brooks takes the top spot, he has big plans. He wants clear, simple rules for stablecoins. That could help make the U.S. dollar stronger on the global stage. He also talks about integrating blockchain tech into regular banking systems like SWIFT and ATMs.

    Brooks believes whoever gets appointed doesnโ€™t see the need to start from scratch. Heโ€™s pointed out that past policies, especially during Trumpโ€™s term, set a strong foundation for crypto growth. Itโ€™s about building on whatโ€™s already there.

    What to Expect

    The decision on the next SEC Chair could shake up the crypto world. If Brooks wins, we might see a more open, crypto-friendly SEC. For now, the focus is on Trump. Many believe heโ€™ll play a big role in picking the next Chair. Whether itโ€™s Brooks or someone else, change seems inevitable.

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