Brian Quintenz, Trump’s nominee for CFTC chair, faces Senate approval as crypto oversight shifts to the agency. Senate Agriculture Committee meeting scheduled before possible vote. CLARITY Act passed by House, giving CFTC more authority over crypto regulation. Quintenz’s confirmation could reshape CFTC staff. Senate Banking Committee plans to pass bill before October.

House passed CLARITY Act with bipartisan support, unclear if Senate will follow suit. Impact on CFTC and SEC roles uncertain. Acting CFTC Chair Pham supports bill, credits Trump for passage. CFTC ready to oversee markets for US economic growth. Senate Banking Committee aims to pass bill by October.

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